1000 raw materials · 13 categories

Raw Material Guide

We have compiled 1000 raw materials used in cosmetics, cleaning and industrial production into one guide, with CAS numbers, INCI names, synonyms and applications.

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General Chemicals

General chemicals are basic raw materials such as acids, bases, salts, solvents and oxidizers that are used across cleaning…

151

Fragrances, Essential Oils and Aroma Chemicals

This group includes aroma chemicals that give fragrance to perfumes, colognes, room fragrances, detergents and cosmetics, as well…

126

Active Ingredients and Humectants

Active ingredients and humectants are the components that deliver the promised effect of cosmetic and personal care formulas.

116

Oils and Emollients

Oils and emollients provide softness, slip and a caring feel in skin and hair care products.

99

Surfactants

Surfactants lower the surface tension of water, dissolve oil and dirt, create foam and help emulsions remain stable.

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Preservatives, pH Regulators and Chelating Agents

This group covers the ingredients that keep a product safe and stable throughout its shelf life.

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Thickeners and Emulsifiers

Thickeners and emulsifiers determine the texture, flow and stability of a formula.

55

Polyurethane, Epoxy and Resin Raw Materials

This group includes the basic components of polyurethane systems, polyols and isocyanates, together with catalysts, chain…

54

Minerals and Pigments

Minerals and pigments are inorganic raw materials that provide color, coverage, texture and bulk in products such as makeup…

18

Colorants (Dyes)

Colorants are water-soluble dyes used at very low levels to give shampoos, liquid soaps, detergents and cleaning products the…

17

Enzymes

Enzymes are biological catalysts that speed up specific chemical reactions.

15

UV Filters

UV filters are ingredients that absorb ultraviolet radiation in sunscreens and daytime care products.

6

Optical Brighteners

Optical brighteners are fluorescent compounds that absorb ultraviolet light and re-emit it in the visible blue range, making…

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