Preservative - Water Soluble PF Advanced Liquid Antimicrobial Preservative for Water-Based Formulations
Famously known as Liquid Germall Plus , Preservative - Water Soluble PF is a highly effective antimicrobial preservative designed to protect water-based formulations from bacteria, yeast, and mold. This versatile preservative combines Propylene Glycol, Diazolidinyl Urea, and Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate to provide broad-spectrum protection for a wide range of cosmetic and personal care products, including lotions, shampoos, body butters, and scrubs.
Key Features & Benefits
- Broad-Spectrum Antimicrobial Protection: Effectively combats gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria, yeast, and molds in cosmetic formulations.
- Formaldehyde-Free & Paraben-Free: A safer, more eco-conscious preservative option for personal care products.
- Temperature Sensitive: Best added below 122°F (50°C) during the cool-down phase to maintain its efficacy.
- Wide pH Range: Works effectively across a pH range of 3 to 8, making it versatile for a variety of formulations.
- Solubility: Water-soluble, making it ideal for use in water-based and emulsified formulations.
Ingredients (Common Name): Liquid Germall PLus, Preservative - Water Soluble PF
Ingredients (INCI Name): Propylene Glycol (and) Diazolidinyl Urea (and) Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate
CAS No: 78491-02-8,55406-53-6
Appearance: Colorless liquid
Solubility: Soluble in water
Suggested Uses: Ideal for water-based formulation such as body butter, scrubs, hair care products, and lotions. Should not be used in aerosols. .
Recommended Usage
- Lotions & Creams: Add 0.1% to 0.5% in water-based lotions and creams during the cool-down phase, below 122°F (50°C) to ensure preservation.
- Shampoos & Hair Care Products: Use 0.1% to 0.5% for water-based hair care products like shampoos and conditioners.
- Body Butters & Scrubs: For high-water content products like body butters and scrubs, incorporate at 0.1% to 0.5% to prevent microbial growth.
Formulation Tips
- Incorporation: This preservative should be added during the cool-down phase when the product is below 122°F (50°C) to avoid compromising its efficacy.
- pH Compatibility: Works well in formulations with a pH range of 3 to 8, ensuring versatility across different cosmetic applications.
- Compatibility: Soluble in cationic, anionic, and non-ionic water-soluble formulations. Avoid using in aerosol products.
Storage Guidelines:
Storage: Store in an airtight, cool, and dark place between 59°F and 77°F (15°C and 25°C) to maintain its efficacy. Keep tightly sealed when not in use.
Shelf Life: 2 years when stored properly.
Safety Guidelines:
Safety: This preservative is for external use only. Avoid using it in aerosol products or lip care products. Keep out of reach of children and pets.
Note:This preservative shares the same INCI as Germall Plus Liquid, but is not manufactured by Ashland Chemical. We have rebranded this product under Preservative - Water Soluble PF to comply with legal naming requirements.
