OQ Chemicals Launches Biomass-Balanced OxBalance Neopentyl Glycol Diheptanoate for Cosmetics
2024年7月15日 - 9:04PM
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The global chemical company OQ Chemicals has launched OxBalance
Neopentyl Glycol Diheptanoate (NPG Diheptanoate), a
biomass-balanced light emollient ester for cosmetics certified
under the International Sustainability and Carbon Certification
(ISCC) PLUS scheme. This follows the successful launch of the
conventional version one year ago. It outperforms cyclic silicones
(D5), which are being phased out due to EU regulations. OxBalance
NPG Diheptanoate is particularly effective in sun care, color
cosmetics, skin care, hair care, and antiperspirant
applications.
“The cosmetics and personal care industry is increasingly
prioritizing eco-friendly formulations. Our certified Oxbalance NPG
Diheptanoate supports formulators in achieving high-quality,
effective cosmetic formulations that align with sustainability
goals. This versatile ester is compatible with a wide range of
ingredients and a suitable alternative to
Decamethylcyclopentasiloxane (D5) silicone, now regulated for
environmental and health reasons. Customers report NPG Diheptanoate
is easy to formulate, integrating well into various formulations
with desirable effects on appearance, skin feel, and hair care.
With our global production platform, we ensure consistent supply of
commercial quantities and support market growth with sustainable,
high-quality products,” says Dr. Claudia Fischer, Director of
Global Business Development at OQ Chemicals.
OxBalance NPG Diheptanoate forms a non-occlusive, protective
layer that retains skin moisture longer, preventing dryness. In
sunscreens, it ensures excellent solubility and spreadability of
organic UV filters, preventing crystallization for smooth and even
application. In color cosmetics, NPG Diheptanoate aids solubility
and dispersion of actives and pigments. It enhances the texture,
providing a silky and lightweight feel that improves the
application and wear of products such as foundations, lipsticks,
and eyeshadows, ensuring consistent and vibrant color payoff.
OQ Chemicals’ OxBalance line uses the ISCC PLUS mass balance
concept. It ensures traceable, sustainable feedstocks, protecting
biodiversity and forests promoting good agricultural practices. The
certification ensures compliance with stringent social, economic,
and environmental criteria. OxBalance is a registered trademark of
OQ Chemicals.
About OQ Chemicals
OQ Chemicals (formerly Oxea) is a global manufacturer of Oxo
Intermediates and Oxo Performance Chemicals such as alcohols,
polyols, carboxylic acids, specialty esters, and amines. These are
used to produce high-quality coatings, lubricants, cosmetic and
pharmaceutical products, flavors and fragrances, printing inks, and
plastics. OQ Chemicals employs more than 1,400 people worldwide and
markets its chemicals in more than 60 countries. The company is
part of OQ, an integrated energy company originating in Oman. More
information under chemicals.oq.com.
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