CRODURET 40 SS (PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil) – 100g – Croda Premium Solubilizer & Nonionic Emulsifier

CRODURET™ 40 SS (PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil) – Croda Premium Solubilizer & Nonionic Emulsifier

Quick Overview

CRODURET™ 40-SS (SG) is a premium cosmetic-grade PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil manufactured by Croda. This vegetable-derived nonionic surfactant is designed to function as an effective solubilizer, oil-in-water emulsifier, emollient, lubricant, wetting agent, and superfatting agent. It enables the incorporation of fragrances, essential oils, vitamins, and lipophilic ingredients into clear water-based formulations while improving stability, clarity, and skin feel. It is widely used in shampoos, facial cleansers, body washes, micellar waters, perfumes, hair care, sunscreens, and skin care products.

Description

CRODURET™ 40-SS (SG) is a high-performance PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil derived from hydrogenated vegetable castor oil through controlled ethoxylation. The hydrogenation process enhances oxidative stability while providing superior color and odor compared to conventional ethoxylated castor oil derivatives.

As a multifunctional nonionic surfactant, it serves as a highly efficient solubilizer, allowing essential oils, fragrance oils, vitamins, and other oil-soluble ingredients to disperse uniformly into aqueous systems without compromising clarity. Its balanced HLB value also makes it an excellent oil-in-water emulsifier for a wide range of personal care formulations.

In cleansing formulations, CRODURET™ 40 acts as a superfatting agent, helping reduce the harshness of primary surfactants while enhancing skin conditioning and improving the overall sensory experience. It is equally suitable for transparent shampoos, shower gels, facial cleansers, body washes, cosmetic sprays, sunscreens, and skin care emulsions.

Manufactured under internationally recognized quality systems including ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, and EFfCI GMP, CRODURET™ 40 offers consistent performance and premium quality for professional cosmetic formulations.

Key Functions

• Premium Fragrance Solubilizer
• Essential Oil Solubilizer
• Oil-in-Water Emulsifier
• Nonionic Surfactant
• Emollient
• Wetting Agent
• Lubricant
• Superfatting Agent
• Co-Emulsifier
• Formulation Stabilizer

Technical Data

Recommended Usage

Key Features

• Premium Croda quality ingredient
• Vegetable-derived raw material
• Excellent fragrance solubilization
• High oxidative stability
• Superior color and odor stability
• Produces clear formulations
• Compatible with most cosmetic surfactant systems
• Effective oil-in-water emulsifier
• Multifunctional cosmetic ingredient
• Professional cosmetic formulation grade

Key Benefits

• Solubilizes fragrance oils and essential oils efficiently
• Creates crystal-clear formulations
• Improves product aesthetics and transparency
• Enhances formulation stability
• Reduces surfactant harshness in cleansing systems
• Provides a smooth, conditioned skin feel
• Improves spreading and application
• Supports stable emulsions
• Suitable for premium cosmetic formulations

Common Applications

• Transparent Shampoo
• Sulfate-Free Shampoo
• Body Wash
• Shower Gel
• Facial Cleanser
• Micellar Water
• Hair Serum
• Hair Mist
• Perfume & Body Mist
• Essential Oil Formulations
• Sunscreens
• Moisturizers
• Skin Care Emulsions
• Styling Products
• Cleansing Oils

Formulation Tip

For clear cosmetic formulations, pre-mix CRODURET™ 40 with the fragrance oil or essential oil before adding it to the water phase. This helps achieve excellent clarity and long-term formulation stability. The product’s HLB value of 13.0 makes it particularly effective for oil-in-water emulsification and fragrance solubilization.

Safety & Precautions

• For external cosmetic formulation use only.
• Use appropriate personal protective equipment during handling.
• Store in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.
• Refer to the latest Safety Data Sheet (SDS) before industrial use.

Why Choose CRODURET™ 40?

CRODURET™ 40 combines exceptional solubilizing efficiency with excellent emulsification performance, making it one of the most versatile ingredients for modern cosmetic formulations. Its vegetable-derived composition, superior oxidative stability, premium manufacturing standards, and compatibility with a broad range of personal care systems make it an ideal choice for formulators seeking high-performance, clear, and stable products.