INCI : Caprylhydroxamic Acid,1,2-Hexanediol,Butylene Glycol
Non-Irritating Broad Spectrum Preservation System
Spectrastat™ BHL is an optimized combination of multifunctional ingredients that allows formulators to create self-preserving formulations.
Broad pH range
Water soluble
Cold processable
Effective in surfactant systems, emulsions including sunscreens, and wipes & mask juices
Easy to formulate
Self-preserving from Hurdle Technology approach
Free of parabens, formaldehyde donors, MIT, phenoxyethanol, and other traditional preservatives
Micro summary:
Controls bacteria (gram +/-), yeast, and mold
Pass results with industry standard tests: EP-A, USP51, and PCPC
Pass results with recommended use level at pH 4-8: 1.5 – 3% (w/w)