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SALIGUARD

EHGP
Introduction
SALICYLATES AND CHEMICALS PVT LTD (SCPL) is one of the largest manufacturers of preservatives (natural and synthetic) and
sunscreens for personal care and pharmaceutical applications.

SCPL is constantly refining its manufacturing process and R&D to push the boundaries of innovation.

Keeping up with the current trend of Paraben Free preservatives, SCPL has launched SALIGUARD EHGP. This multifunctional
blend comes in a liquid form that provides broad-spectrum protection. In addition to Ethylhexylglycerin, SALIGUARD EHGP,
also contains Phenoxyethanol that contributes to the antimicrobial performance of the blend.

Product Name: Saliguard EHGP

INCI Name: Ethylhexylglycerin, Phenoxyethanol

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HO HO O

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CAS NO: 122-99-6 CAS NO: 70445-33-9

INCI Name: Phenoxyethanol INCI Name: Ethylhexylglycerin
Molecular formula: C8H10O2 Molecular formula: C11H24O3
Molar Mass: 138.16 g/mol Molar Mass: 204.31 g/mol

Physical & Chemical Properties

Appearance Clear colorless liquid

Odor Characteristic
Refractive index 1.510-1.540
Density (20°C): 1.07-1.10

Water Solubility Not more than 0.1%

Product Description
• Saliguard EHGP is a liquid preservative blend based on Phenoxyethanol and Ethylhexylglycerin
• Saliguard EHGP is a broad-spectrum preservative that works well against bacteria, yeast, mold and fungi
• Saliguard EHGP is widely accepted in USA, EU, Japan, Australia and Canada
• Shelf life: 2 years

Benefits
• Easy to use liquid form
• pH flexibility
• Excellent compatibility with salts and with pigments such as TiO2, sulphite ions, etc. No discoloration has been detected

Application
• Saliguard EHGP is stable to hydrolysis, temperature and pH
• Saliguard EHGP is effective over a wide pH range of 2.0-12.0
• Saliguard EHGP can be easily incorporated in formulas containing natural raw materials
• Saliguard EHGP can be incorporated in the oil phase or at the end of the formulation
• Dosage: 0.5-1.50%
• It can be stored in the original container at room temperature
Use Areas

• Hair Care: Shampoos, conditioners and anti dandruff products

• Skin Care: Creams, lotions, liquid soaps, moisturizers and cold creams
• Sun Products: Sunscreen lotions, sprays and creams
• Wipes: Baby wipes and facial wipes
• Raw Materials: Surfactants, shampoo blends and conditioner blends

MIC Test
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Test Organism Concentration of Sample – SALIGUARD EHGP MIC

0.25% 0.50% 0.75% 1.00% 1.50%

Staph. Aureus No Growth No Growth No Growth No Growth No Growth < 0.25%

Escherichia Coli No Growth No Growth No Growth No Growth No Growth < 0.25%

Ps. Aeruginosa No Growth No Growth No Growth No Growth No Growth < 0.25%

Salmonella Typhi No Growth No Growth No Growth No Growth No Growth < 0.25%

Aspergillus Niger No Growth No Growth No Growth No Growth No Growth < 0.25%

Candida Albicans No Growth No Growth No Growth No Growth No Growth < 0.25%

Challenge Test

Count at 0 hour Weight of Sample Expected Count

Test Organism
CFU/gm in gram CFU/gm of Sample

Staphylococcus Aureus 3.44 x 106 20.0 1.72 x 105

Escherichia Coli 3.80 x 106 20.0 1.90 x 105

Pseudomonas Aeruginosa 3.90 x 106 20.0 1.95 x 105

Salmonella Typhi 4.08 x 106 20.0 2.05 x 105

Aspergillus Niger 3.24 x 106 20.0 1.62 x 105

Candida Albicans 3.04 x 106 20.0 1.52 x 105

Count at Count at Count at Count at Count at

Test Organism
0 hour 7th day 14th day 21st day 28th day

Staphylococcus Aureus 1.68 x 105 <10 <10 <10 <10

5
Escherichia Coli 1.92 x 10 <10 <10 <10 <10
5
Pseudomonas Aeruginosa 1.95 x 10 <10 <10 <10 <10
5
Salmonella Typhi 2.10 x 10 <10 <10 <10 <10

Aspergillus Niger 1.80 x 105 <10 <10 <10 <10

5
Candida Albicans 1.70 x 10 <10 <10 <10 <10

The challenge test for Cream with Saliguard EHG P (1.2%) is successful since none of the test organisms have survived over the period of 28 days of the test
Paraben Free, Formaldehyde Free Preservatives

PRODUCTS INCI NAME

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Saliguard BDP Phenoxyethanol, Benzoic Acid, Dehydroacetic Acid

Saliguard® BDHA Benzyl Alcohol, Dehydroacetic Acid

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Saliguard PCG Caprylyl Glycol, Phenoxyethanol, Propylene Glycol

Saliguard® PG Caprylyl Glycol, Phenoxyethanol

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Saliguard COS Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl Glycol, Chlorophenesin

Saliguard® SP Sodium Benzoate, Potassium Sorbate

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Saliguard PIBC Phenoxyethanol, Iodo Propynyl Butyl Carbamate

Salicat MI-10 Methylisothiazolinone

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Saliguard ULTIMA Sodium Benzoate, D-Glucono-1, 5 Lactone, Calcium Gluconate

Saliguard® CGZ Caprylyl Glycol, 1, 3 Propane Diol

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Saliguard MIZ Methyl Isothiazolinone, 1, 3 Propane Diol

Saliguard® HDZ 1, 2 Hexanediol, 1, 2 Propanediol, Iodopropynl Butyl Carbamate

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Saliguard HDC 1, 2 Hexanediol, Phenoxyethanol, Chlorophenesin

Saliguard® UZB Undecylenic Acid, 1,3-Propanediol (Corn derived), Benzyl Alcohol

Saliguard® UCP Undecylenic Acid, Caprylyl Glycol, Phenoxyethanol

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Saliguard EHG Ethylhexylglycerin

Saliguard® EHGP Ethylhexylglycerin, Phenoxyethanol

Saliguard® EU Ethylhexylglycerin, Undecylenic Acid

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Saliguard EZ Ethylhexylglycerin, 1, 3 Propanediol

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