Sequestrants

Sodium glucoheptonate (H-Quest A300)

  • Cas No- 13007-85-7
  • INCI.- Sodium Gluceptate

Sodium glucoheptonate (H-Quest A300) is a natural chelating agent produced from high purity sugar and is inherently biodegradable.

Sodium glucoheptonate is a replacement for traditional chelate such as EDTA and exhibit excellent natural sequestration power over a broad range of di- and tri-valent metal ions, (Ca2+, Mg2+, Fe2+, Fe3+, Zn2+, Al3+).

Sodium glucoheptonate is highly compatible with strong alkali solutions (pH 8.00-10.00), which can prevent the bacterial and fungal degradation of the solution. Unlike EDTA and NTA based chelating agents, Sodium glucoheptonate is a non-toxic, non-hazardous, non-corrosive product and therefore a much safer compound. Typically, a dosage level of 0.1% to 0.3% is used as a starting point.

 

Dosage level

Recommended concentration
0.1 – 0.6%

Solubility
Moderate solubility in water (4 g/100 mL) and is miscible in alcohols and diethyl ether

Appearance

    White or off-white crystal

Assay (%)

    96.0

Benefits

  • Can be used in ECOCERT/COSMOS formulations

  • Easy to handle

  • Good efficacy against molds and bacteria

  • Safe profile

  • Approved for use in leave-on and rinse-off products

  • Efficacy at low concentration

Cosmetics

  • Skin Care

  • Toiletries

  • Hair Care

  • Sun Care

  • Makeup

  • Baby Care

Fragrances
Natural extracts

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