Name: Butylene Glycol
SKU: 6588500
Availability: InStock

Butylene glycol (1.3-Butanediol) is an organic solvent and conditioning agent. it is a replacement solvent and alternative for those who are allergic to Propylene Glycol. Butylene glycol is a solvent with humectant, emollient, and antimicrobial agent properties. Can be used as a penetration enhancer and to solubilize essential oils, it can also be used as an organic solvent to dissolve active ingredients.

Butylene glycol also works to condition skin and hair by coating the surface, It is moisturizing, protecting, and conditioning the skin and hair. It acts as a great conditioner for the hair, making it soft and flowy, prevents water loss from the hair, thus keeping them from drying out. Butylene glycol is derived from petroleum, sugarcane, or distilled corn.

Features and Benefits of Butylene glycol:

Can be used across a wide range of leave-on and rinse-off formulations to add moisture and emolliency
Widely used as alternate solvent for glycerin or propylene glycol in water-based systems
Can stabilize volatile compounds such as fragrances and flavors fixing them in cosmetic formulations and to retard the loss of aroma
At a concentration of 8-10% butylene glycol has anti-microbial activity against bacteria, molds and yeasts
Enhanced penetration of actives to the epidermis, reaching areas that would otherwise go untreated
Improved shelf stability of active ingredients, including actives susceptible to hydrolysis and transesterification
Miscibility in water, most organic solvents, and non-ionic surfactant
The ability to transport water-soluble actives into the skin without re-crystallization of the active ingredient

CAS NUM: 107-88-0

INCI Name: 1,3 Butylene glycol

Grade: Cosmetic grade

Country of Origin: USA

Packaging: Our water/Oil based ingredients are bottled in plastics avoid spillage.

DISCLAIMER: All SOPHIX NATURAL PRODUCTS are for external use only unless otherwise STATED. This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

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WEIGHT	1 LITRE, 100 MLS, 250 MLS, 500 MLS

Formulation Guide

Color & Appearance: Colourless liquid

Stable in pH range: 6 -8 %

Assay: 99.5%

Recommended Usage: 1% - 10%

Compatibility: Works well with most ingredients.

Solubility: water soluble at room temperature.

Application: skin care products, makeup, and hair products

Recommended Storage: Our water/Liquid based ingredients should be stored in cool temperatures away from direct sunlight and moisture in an airtight container. (Current Lot will expire: 10-2026)