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SODIUM PALM KERNELATE.

Valuable CAS 61789-89-7 / CLEANSING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING, SURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING

Sodium Palm Kernelate is a surfactant derived from palm kernel oil, primarily utilized for its robust cleansing properties. It effectively removes surface impurities and oil, while also functioning as an emulsifier to stabilize product formulations. Its versatility extends to adjusting product texture as a viscosity-controlling agent.

Summary

Cleansing Agent Surfactant Emulsifying Agent Viscosity-controlling Agent

Science

Mechanism of Action

This ingredient acts as a surfactant due to its amphiphilic structure, possessing both hydrophilic (water-attracting) and hydrophobic (oil-attracting) components. This dual nature allows it to significantly reduce the surface tension of water, facilitating the collection and emulsification of dirt, oil, and other environmental pollutants from the skin. Once encapsulated, these impurities are easily rinsed away, leaving the skin clean. Furthermore, it stabilizes oil-in-water mixtures as an emulsifying agent and contributes to desired product consistency by controlling viscosity.

Research

Clinical Evidence

Insufficient-data confidence
Effective range N/A
Optimal

N/A

Transparency

Dusting Analysis

Not commonly dusted

Sodium Palm Kernelate is a fundamental functional ingredient widely used in cleansing products, indicating it is not typically 'dusted' as a filler or unnecessary additive.

The Formula

Formulation

Solubility
Water
Optimal pH 9.8 – 11.3
0 7 14

Stability

Sodium Palm Kernelate exhibits general stability but is susceptible to oxidation. Direct contact with strong oxidizing agents should be avoided as it can induce burning. It is frequently found in alkaline soap formulations, typically within a pH range of 9.8 to 11.3, consistent with its production via saponification.

Conflicts

  • Strong oxidants

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status
Safe as used
Max tested
44%
Sensitization risk Unknown

The Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) Expert Panel assessed Sodium Palm Kernelate in 2017, concluding it is safe for use in cosmetics when formulated to be non-irritating. Their review encompassed 194 personal care formulations with concentrations ranging from 12% to 44%, with 44% representing the maximum reported 'as used' concentration in their evaluation. No specific SCCS or FDA status beyond database inclusion was identified.

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

No Normal
No Dry
No Oily
No Sensitive
Irritancy Unknown
Comedogenicity Unknown

Our Assessment

Verdict

Valuable

Sodium Palm Kernelate is a valuable functional ingredient for its effective cleansing, emulsifying, and viscosity-controlling properties, particularly within formulations requiring robust surfactant action.

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