CROTHIX

DS-53R-6

October 31, 2007

CROTHIX
INCI Name: PEG-150 Pentaerythrityl Tetrastearate
CROTHIX is a patented high performance thickener developed for aqueous surfactant systems. As a complex high molecular weight ester, CROTHIX is truly multi-functional. Not only is it superior as a thickener, but it is also effective as a diethanolamine (DEA) replacement, monoethanolamine (MEA) and a mitigator of irritation. As a thickener, CROTHIX is efficient as well as effective, producing substantial viscosity even at low levels. As a DEA and MEA replacement, the product is a safe alternative providing similar viscosity and foam stabilization. As a mitigator of irritation, it is a viable means of lowering the irritancy potential of the surfactant system itself. Whats moreCROTHIX requires no neutralization, forms no nitrosamine by-products, and works especially well in clear systems. Benefits Superior surfactant thickening Pastillated for ease of handling Globally approved Mild Minimizes irritation Allows for the formulation of DEA free products Allows for the formulation of MEA free products Effective in hard to thicken systems Produces clear systems

Applications Shampoos Body Washes 2-in-1s Shave Gels Liquid Soaps

* The use of CROTHIX in cosmetic and other formulations is covered under U.S. Patent # 5,192,462 assigned to Croda Inc.CROTHIX

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Structure of CROTHIX
O (OCH2CH2)y OCR O RCO (CH2CH2O)w CH2 CH2 C CH2 O CH2 (OCH2CH2)x OCR O

(OCH2CH2)z OCR
Where R is the stearic acid fatty moiety and (w+x+y+z) = 150

With CROTHIX, formulators can create mild, rheologically balanced shampoos, body washes, shower gels, liquid soaps or other soap based systems and offer products that are free of DEA and substantially less irritating. As a pastille, CROTHIX also allows you to formulate problem-free without the handling hassles or dusting hazards some materials cause. CROTHIX is approved for use in Japan as Polyoxyethylene Pentaerythritol Tetrastearate (150EO) and is suitable for shampoo products you market globally. Thickening Performance As seen in Figure 1, CROTHIX provides higher viscosity from an Ammonium Lauryl Sulfate (ALS) shampoo base, at all concentrations, as compared to PEG-6000 Distearate or PEG-120 Methyl Glucose Dioleate. Such dramatic viscosity-modifying effects demonstrate both the effectiveness and the efficiency with which CROTHIX thickens surfactant systems. Comparative Viscosity CROTHIX vs. Other Thickeners
100000 CROTHIX PEG-6000 PEG-120 Methyl Glucose Dioleate

10000

1000

100

10 0.5%

1.0%

2.0%

3.0%

ALS Base = 50cps

Figure 1: Viscosity comparison of CROTHIX vs. PEG-6000 Distearate vs. PEG-120 Methyl Glucose Dioleate in an ALS surfactant base.

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CROTHIX can be used to thicken shampoos, conditioners, soaps and other liquid bath products or to bolster the viscosity of gels and is able to do so at levels as much as 40% below those of conventional thickeners. Because it produces increasing viscosity with increasing concentration, CROTHIX is also a more reliable and consistent means of thickening than salt, with none of the undesirable characteristics such as its tendency to salt-out. CROTHIX is extremely effective as a thickener for clear systems (including clear conditioners) and for hard-to-thicken systems (even iodine-based pet shampoos). For instance, it has successfully thickened a clear, acid-balanced (pH 5.7) shampoo containing sodium lauroyl sarcosinate (CRODASINIC LS-30) yielding a viscosity of 2000cps. In a published paper, CROTHIX was cited for its viscosity increasing effects on sarcosine surfactants.

DEA Replacement Data Formulators can use CROTHIX to thicken systems that are being reformulated without DEA. Our Applications Laboratory has found that blends containing CROTHIX and CROSULTAINE C-50 (Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine) in various ratios work well as functional equivalents to Lauramide DEA in terms of both viscosity and foam height. CROSULTAINE C-50 was used specifically because of its ability to produce flash foam. (See table below; also refer to the Alkanolamide Replacement Guide, DS132-R1.) Precise use levels, viscosity data and foam heights allow formulators to calculate a ratio that is specific to their own formula. Testing was conducted using single surfactants alone such as Ammonium Laureth Sulfate (ALES) and Ammonium Lauryl Sulfate (ALS), as well as surfactant blend systems of ALES/ALS and of Sodium Laureth Sulfate/Sodium Lauryl Sulfate (SLES/SLS).

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If you use Lauramide DEA: 5% *Viscosity, cps Foam Height, ml 9,600 1,033 If you use Lauramide DEA: 5% 9,400 863 If you use Lauramide DEA: 5% 14,800 847 If you use Lauramide DEA: 5% 80 883

*Viscosity, cps Foam Height, ml

*Viscosity, cps Foam Height, ml

**Viscosity, cps Foam Height, ml

ALES (2 mol, 10% Active) Replace with Or CROSULTAINE CROSULTAINE C-50: 2.5% C-50: 8.12% CROTHIX: CROTHIX: 3.1% 0.01% 8,800 9,200 883 820 ALS (10% Active) Replace with CROSULTAINE C-50: 2.5% CROTHIX: 2.0% 10,200 833 ALS/ALES (2:1, 10% Active) Replace with CROSULTAINE C-50: 4.0 CROTHIX: 2.0% 13,000 923 SLS/SLES (2:1, 10% Active) Replace with CROSULTAINE C-50: 2.5% CROTHIX: 0.3% 60 973

* RVT Spindle #5, 10rpm, @ 25C/**RVT Spindle #2, 10rpm, @ 25C

Table1: CROTHIX replacement suggestions for Lauramide MEA in a formulation.

MEA Replacement Data Diethanolamine (DEA) is a group of synthetic surfactants used to neutralize acids. DEAs are slow to biodegrade and react with natural nitrogen oxides and sodium nitrite pollutants in the atmosphere to form nitrosamines, a family of potent carinogens. Due to some movement away from the use of DEA, many formulators turned to MEA as their solution. Additional studies have shown that, with CROTHIX, formulators still have a superior option for thickening the systems without using Diethanolamine (DEA) or Monoethanolamine (MEA). A number of various combinations were made with CROTHIX in commonly used surfactant systems. The viscosities of these combinations were then compared to those made with Cocamide MEA as can been seen in Figures 2 8.

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Sodium Laureth Sulfate & Cocamidopropyl Betaine 3.0%

350 300 Viscosity (cps) 103 250 200 150 100 50 0 0.0 0.5 % Thickener Added 1.0 Crothix Cocamide MEA

CROTHIX %w/w Water Sodium Laureth Sulfate Cocamidopropyl Betaine Sodium Chloride CROTHIX Cocamide MEA QS 12.0 3.0 1.0 0.5 -1.0 ---

MEA %w/w QS 12.0 3.0 1.0 --0.5 -1.0

Figure 2: SLES (12%) and Cocamidopropyl Betaine (3%) as the surfactant base comparing the viscosities 3 of CROTHIX vs. Cocamide MEA at 0.5% and 1.0% use levels. NOTE: Viscosity scale = 10

Sodium Laureth Sulfate & Cocamidopropyl Betaine 1.5%

CROTHIX
200 180 160
3

MEA %w/w QS 12.00 1.5 1.0 --0.5 -1.0

%w/w
Crothix Cocamide MEA

Water Sodium Laureth Sulfate Cocamidopropyl Betaine Sodium Chloride CROTHIX

QS 12.0 1.5 1.0 0.5 -1.0 ---

Viscosity (cps) 10

140 120 100 80 60 40 20 0

0.5 % Thickener Added

Cocamide MEA

Figure3: SLES (12%) and Cocamidopropyl Betaine (1.5%) as the surfactant base comparing the 3 viscosities of CROTHIX vs. Cocamide MEA at 0.5% and 1.0% use levels. NOTE: Viscosity scale = 10

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Sodium Laureth Sulfate & Sodium Lauroamphoacetate

200 180 Viscosity (cps) 10
3

CROTHIX %w/w

MEA %w/w QS 12.0 1.5 1.0 --0.5 -1.0

160 140 120 100 80 60 40 20 0

Crothix Cocamide MEA

Water Sodium Laureth Sulfate Sodium Lauroamphoacetate Sodium Chloride CROTHIX

QS 12.0 1.5 1.0 0.5 -1.0 ---

0.5 % Thickener Added

Cocamide MEA

Figure 4: SLES (12%) and Sodium Lauroamphoacetate (1.5%) as the surfactant base comparing the 3 viscosities of CROTHIX vs. Cocamide MEA at 0.5% and 1.0% use levels. NOTE: Viscosity scale = 10

Sodium Laureth & Lauryl Sulfate with Cocamidopropyl Betaine

200 180 Viscosity (cps) 103 160 140 120 100 80 60 40 20 0 0 0.5 % Thickener Added 1 Crothix Cocamide MEA

CROTHIX %w/w Water Sodium Laureth Sulfate Sodium Lauryl Sulfate Cocamidopropyl Betaine Sodium Chloride CROTHIX Cocamide MEA QS 8.0 4.0 1.5 1.0 0.5 -1.0 ---

MEA %w/w QS 8.0 4.0 1.5 1.0 --0.5 -1.0

Figure 5: SLES (12%), SLS (4%) and Cocamidopropyl Betaine (1.5%) as the surfactant base comparing 3 the viscosities of CROTHIX vs. Cocamide MEA at 0.5% and 1.0% use levels. NOTE: Viscosity scale = 10

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Ammonium Laureth Sulfate & Cocamidopropyl Betaine

300 250 Viscosity (cps) 10
3

CROTHIX %w/w Water QS 12.0 1.5 1.0 0.5 -1.0 ---

MEA %w/w QS 12.00 1.5 1.0 --0.5 -1.0

Crothix Cocamide MEA

200 150 100 50 0

Ammonium Laureth Sulfate Cocamidopropyl Betaine Sodium Chloride CROTHIX

0.5 % Thickener Added

Cocamide MEA

Figure 6: ALES (12%) and Cocamidopropyl Betaine (1.5%) as the surfactant base comparing the 3 viscosities of CROTHIX vs. Cocamide MEA at 0.5% and 1.0% use levels. NOTE: Viscosity scale = 10

Ammonium Laureth & Lauryl Sulfate ( ) with Cocamidopropyl Betaine

100 90 Viscosity (cps) 10
3

CROTHIX %w/w Water QS 8.0 4.0 1.5 1.0 0.5 -1.0 ---

MEA %w/w QS 8.0 4.0 1.5 1.0 --0.5 -1.0

80 70 60 50 40 30 20 10 0

Crothix Cocamide MEA

Ammonium Laureth Sulfate Ammonium Lauryl Sulfate Cocamidopropyl Betaine Sodium Chloride

0.5 % Thickener Added

CROTHIX Cocamide MEA

Figure 7: ALES (8%), ALS (4%) and Cocamidopropyl Betaine (1.5%) as the surfactant base comparing 3 the viscosities of CROTHIX vs. Cocamide MEA at 0.5% and 1.0% use levels. NOTE: Viscosity scale = 10

It can be seen that in every surfactant system tested above, CROTHIX outperformed Cocamide MEA in thickening at both 0.5% and 1.0% active use levels. The most dramatic differences can be seen in the systems where Sodium Laureth Sulfate was the primary surfactant.

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Combining CROTHIX and Cocamide MEA The data shown, so far, has been based on complete replacement of Cocamide MEA with CROTHIX. However, in some cases, full 1:1 replacement of MEA is not possible. Additional viscosity tests were run on the combination of CROTHIX with Cocamide MEA at a 1:1 ratio to show that even a partial replacement of MEA with CROTHIX yields a significant viscosity benefit.

The surfactant systems in Table 2 were prepared and their viscosities were measured (Figure 8).
Base A Sodium Laureth Sulfate Cocadmidopropyl Betaine Sodium Lauroamphoacetate Sodium Chloride CROTHIX Cocamide MEA 0.5 1.0 1.0 0.5 0.5 0.5 0.5 12.0 3.0 Base B 12.0 3.0 Base C 12.0 3.0 3.0 0.5 1.0 1.0 3.0 0.5 3.0 0.5 0.5 0.5 Base D 12.0 Base E 12.0 Base F 12.0

Table 2: Surfactant systems for testing viscosity of CROTHIX & Cocamide MEA

CROTHIX & Cocamide MEA Viscosities of the Combination

400 350 350 Viscosity (cps) 103 300 250 200 160 150 100 55.5 50 0 A B C Formula D E F 24.8 265 350

With CROTHIX only With Cocamide MEA only With CROTHIX & MEA

Figure 8: Viscosities of CROTHIX & Cocamide MEA (1:1 Ratio) in a SLES / Cocamidopropyl Betaine 3 system and SLES / Sodium Lauroamphoacetate system. NOTE: Viscosity scale = 10

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It can be seen that a 50% replacement of Cocamide MEA (0.5%) with CROTHIX in both surfactant systems significantly increases the viscosity as compared with using the Cocamide MEA alone (1.0%). In addition, CROTHIX on its own was shown to still have superior thickening capabilities as compared with the use of Cocamide MEA only and as compared with the combined use of CROTHIX and Cocamide MEA.

Counter-Irritancy Data Given the Industrys focus on mildness, CROTHIX can be of great benefit in both skin care and hair care as the product was shown to actually lower the potential for skin irritation in surfactant-based systems. New data suggests that CROTHIX has mitigating effects that help reduce the irritation potential of surfactant or surfactant blend systems. In one in vitro study evaluating the effects of various CROTHIX concentrations on SLS-induced cell death, our Cell Biology Laboratory found that CROTHIX acts as a counter-irritant to decrease SLS mediated cell death and does so at an optimum concentration of 2%. During testing, changes in cell viability were evaluated over time at one, five, and ten minutes after exposure to 10% SLS with and without CROTHIX.

Im provement in Cell Viability CROTHIX Concentration Effects vs. SLS Alone

40 35

% Reduction in Irritation

30 25 20 15 10 5 0

5 Min.

0.5%

1%

2%

3%

4%

Figure 9: The ability of CROTHIX to mitigate irritation may be due in part to the products high molecular weight and complex branched structure. Control represented by the baseline.

The study was conducted using the EpiOcular Tissue Model (MatTek Corporation, Ashland MA). Cell survival rates were measured using the MTT Assay which is an accepted method of assessing cell viability. Values given represent changes in cell viability as compared to the 10% SLS positive control.

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A second study evaluated CROTHIX in a body wash at normal use dilution strengths and found that the products mitigating effects on irritation also hold true under these real-use conditions (see graph on the following page). The study was conducted using the Trans-Epithelial Permeability (TEP) assay which is an in vitro replacement for the Draize Eye Irritation Assay. TEP is a very sensitive and highly reproducible means of assessing surfactant cleanser systems at use dilution levels and is considered a more reliable method than the MTT assay. In healthy skin, cell membranes composed of lipid bilayers and proteins hold the stratum corneum intact and prevent fluid from leaking through. When the skin experiences insult, the lipid bilayer is perturbed, causing cells to pull apart and leave gaps where cellular leakage can occur. With TEP, layers of cultured kidney cells are grown on tissue culture inserts modeling the non-keratinized epiderm and are treated with test material and controls. Na-fluorescein is added directly onto the cell monolayer. Whatever Nafluorescein accumulates in the wells below the filter is measured and used as a marker for intercellular leakage.
CROTHIX Lowers Irritation Potential of Body Wash Formula in vitro Change in Intercellular Leakage vs. Control Base

14 12 10 8 6 4 2 0 1:10 1:100 1:250 Dilution 1:500 1:1000

0.5% CROTHIX

1% CROTHIX

1.5% CROTHIX

Figure 10: CROTHIX reduces irritation at all concentrations over the use dilution range. Optimum irritation mitigation is seen with 0.5% CROTHIX. Control based represented by the baseline.

DI Water SLES Crosultaine C-50 Germaben II CROTHIX

%w/w QS 20.0 12.0 1.0 0.5, 1.0 or 1.5 pH 6.0 7.0

Table 3: CROTHIX basic body wash formulation used for testing. Percents are based on % active.

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Foam Height Stabilization The effect of varying concentrations of CROTHIX on the foam height of the body wash formula (Table 3) was determined using the ASTM Standard Method of Test for Foaming Properties of Surface-Active Agents. All foam heights were measured at 1:100 dilution in distilled deionized water. The results show that CROTHIX has a stabilizing effect on the foam. Values are expressed as centimeters.

Formula Base 0.5% CROTHIX 1.0% CROTHIX 1.5% CROTHIX

Foam Height (cm) T=0 min T=5 min 13 12 12 11.5 12 11.9 12 11.8

Table 4: Foam heights of basic body wash formulation using differing amounts of CROTHIX.

Formulating Aids CROTHIX is freely soluble in anionic, nonionic or amphoteric surfactant systems and is compatible with cationic salts. As a surfactant-based thickener, CROTHIX should first be premixed with the surfactant or surfactant blend, preferably with an emulsifier that is nonionic, such as Oleth-20 (VOLPO 20), Polysorbate 80 (CRILLET 4), PPG-5 Ceteth 20 (PROCETYL AWS) or one of the higher ethoxylated vegetable oils (CROVOL 70 series). Using a blend of CROTHIX and any one of these materials in a ratio of 2:5 (CROTHIX:nonionic emulsifier) works well and yields a surfactant base that is extremely effective in thickening a variety of formulations. Once this surfactant solution is heated to around 60-70C, the mixture can be added to the oil phase. CROTHIX is best used at a pH between 5.0 and 9.0, tolerates salt well and unlike carbomers, does not need to be neutralized. Recommended use levels: 0.25-5%.

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Typical Analysis APPEARANCE COLOR ODOR ACID VALUE HYDROXYL VALUE MOISTURE CONTENT Pastille White to off-white Mild, characteristic 5.0 max. 10 max. 1.0% max.

References:
1) 2) Crudden, J., et. al.; "Applications of N-acyl Sarcosine Surfactants", Royal Society of Chemistry; Spring 1992. Drewitt-Barlow, et. al., No Tears for Baby, Global Cosmetic Industry, Advanstar Communications Inc, October, 2000.

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Baby Shampoo

SH-86-1

This baby shampoo features CROVOL A-70 and CROSULTAINE C-50, naturally derived surfactants that give this formula its mildness. Besides its ability to reduce the irritation of surfactant/shampoo systems, CROVOL A-70 is also used here as a wetting agent and fragrance solubilizer. CROSULTAINE C-50 is a mild foam booster and produces a creamy lather. CROTHIX is used to thicken the formula. Using a fragrance with a baby-fresh smell adds to its appeal. Ingredient PART A CROVOL A-70 (PEG-60 Almond Glycerides) CROTHIX (PEG-150 Pentaerythrityl Tetrastearate) PART B SLES, 3 mol CROSULTAINE C-50 (Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine) Deionized Water PART C Propylene Glycol (and) Diazolidinyl Urea (and) Methyl Paraben 1 (and) Propyl Paraben 2 Fragrance HCl, 10% solution %(W/W)

15.0 0.5 20.0 12.0 51.3

1.0 0.2 q.s.

pH = 7.0 0.5; Brookfield Viscosity = 5,000cps 10% (RVT #4, @ 10rpm, 25C) PROCEDURE Combine ingredients of Part A with mixing and heat to 65C, mixing until uniform. Combine ingredients of Part B with mixing. Add Part A to Part B, mixing until uniform. Add ingredients of Part C individually, mixing until uniform. Adjust pH with HCl solution, if needed, and mix until uniform. Cool with mixing to desired fill temperature.
1) Germaben II (ISP) 2) Florasynth AB5697, Powder Type (Florasynth Inc.)

04/08/92

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Anti-Dandruff Conditioning Shampoo

SH-89-1

This moderately viscous shampoo conditions as it treats dandruff and reduces the dryness and flakiness associated with it. The high substantivity of HYDROTRITICUM QM gives the shampoo greater conditioning properties, especially wet comb. CROSULTAINE C-50 is a mild surfactant used for its excellent foam boosting properties and creamy lather, while INCROMIDE CA is used as a foam stabilizer. CROTHIX is used to thicken the formula. Zinc omadine is the active. Ingredients PART A Deionized Water PART B Magnesium Aluminum Silicate1 Xanthan Gum2 Propylene Glycol PART C Zinc Pyrithione3 PART D Ammonium Lauryl Sulfate PART E INCROMIDE CA (Cocamide DEA) CROSULTAINE C-50 (Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine) CROTHIX (PEG-150 Pentaerythrityl Tetrastearate) PART F Propylene Glycol (and) Diazolidinyl Urea (and) Methyl Paraben 4 (and) Propyl Paraben HYDROTRITICUM QM (Cocodimonium Hydroxypropyl Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein) %(W/W)

56.3 1.2 0.5 3.5 2.0 20.0 3.0 7.0 0.5

1.0 5.0

pH = 7.0 0.5; Brookfield Viscosity = 13,000cps 10% (RVT #5, @ 20rpm, 25C) PROCEDURE Heat Part A to 80-85C. Combine ingredients of Part B, mixing until uniform. Add Part B to Part A with mixing and then homogenize. Add Part C with mixing and homogenize again. Remove homogenizer and replace with stirrer. Add Part D with gentle mixing. Combine ingredients of Part E with mixing and add to mixture, maintaining temperature at 80-85C for 10 minutes. Cool with mixing to 45-50C and then add ingredients of Part F one at a time with mixing. Cool with mixing to desired fill temperature.
1) 2) 3) 4) Veegum HV (R.T. Vanderbilt) Keltrol (Kelco) Zinc Omadine, 48% Aqueous Dispersion (Olin Corporation) Germaben II (ISP)

02/25/93

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