Geogard Ultra Preservative

Product Details:

• Geogard Ultra Preservative (Sometimes referred to as NeoDefend)
• Geogard Ultra is ECOCERT/COSMOS accepted , NATRUE-approved and Soil Association approved for use in Certified organic Cosmetic products.
• Geogard Ultra is a synergistic and unique blend comprised of Gluconolactone and Sodium Benzoate.
• The combination of Gluconolactone and Sodium Benzoate offers broad spectrum protection while also acting as an efficient 'preservative booster' where the slow release of Gluconic Acid over time contributes to the overall preservation of the product
• The Gluconolactone in Geogard Ultra is a gluten-free fermented food starch derived from Non GMO corn via a fermentation process with Non GMO microorganisms. Gluconolactone is generally considered suitable for all skin types, including sensitive skin, and is non-irritating and antioxidant.
• Geogard Ultra contributes to providing added skin moisture benefit to products
• Geogard Ultra is globally accepted for many personal care and cosmetic applications such as Body Care Products, Creams, Lotions, Moisturizers, Conditioner, Shampoo and Facial Care Products

The Advantages to using Geogard™ Ultra Preservative are:

• Geogard Ultra contains no parabens or formaldehyde releasers.
• Geogard Ultra is ECOCERT/COSMOS accepted , NATRUE-approved and Soil Association approved for use in Certified organic Cosmetic products.
• Compatible with a wide variety of formulation ingredients as well
  as most types of cationic, nonionic and anionic systems
• Geogard Ultra contributes to providing added skin moisture benefit to products
• Geogard Ultra is a globally accepted, Non GMO product that has broad spectrum efficacy
• Geogard Ultra is made with Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) ingredients
• Geogard Ultra has an exceptional toxicity profile while being non-sensitizing and non-irritating.
• Geogard Ultra can be used effectively over a pH range of 3 to 6 and can be added at both room and elevated temperatures
• Geogard Ultra is soluble up to 4% in ambient water; it can be easily dispersed in mineral oil, glycols and alkyl sulfates

Technical Information:

• INCI: Gluconolactone (and) Sodium Benzoate
• CAS#:90-80-2 / 532-32-1
• Appearance: Free Flowing, Off-White Powder
• Solubility: Soluble in Water & Glycerin, Dispersible in Mineral Oil, Glycols & Alkyl Sulfates
• Usage Rate: 0.75% - 2%
• pH: Effective over a pH range of pH 3 – 6

COMPOSITIONAL BREAKDOWN

• Gluconolactone: 70 - 75%
• Sodium Benzoate: 22 - 30%