DMDM Hydantoin

INCI:
DMDM Hydantoin
Also known as:
DMDM Hydantoin · Dimethylol dimethyl hydantoin · 1,3-Bis(hydroxymethyl)-5,5-dimethylhydantoin

Broad-spectrum preservative that acts as a formaldehyde releaser, active against bacteria and fungi in water-based formulations. It is used in shampoos, creams, gels and cleaning products, and in topical veterinary products.

Functions

PreservativeBroad-spectrum antimicrobial

Typical applications

  • Shampoos and shower gels
  • Creams and lotions
  • Cleaning products
  • Topical veterinary products

Benzoic Acid

Benzoic Acid

Aromatic carboxylic acid used as a preservative with antimicrobial and antifungal action, performing better in acidic media. It is used in cosmetic formulations, foods, and pharmaceutical and veterinary preparations, generally combined with its salts, in accordance with the usage limits of applicable regulations.

Preservative

Benzyl Alcohol

Benzyl Alcohol

Aromatic alcohol with a faint odor, used as a preservative with antimicrobial activity and as a solvent in cosmetics, fragrances, cleaning products and pharmaceutical and veterinary formulations, including injectables. It is also used as a solvent in industrial applications and, in accordance with applicable regulations, as a flavoring in foods.

Preservative

BHA-BHT

BHA, BHT

Combination of two fat-soluble synthetic phenolic antioxidants, butylhydroxyanisole and butylhydroxytoluene, which act in a complementary way. They are used to delay oxidation and rancidity of fats, oils and the formulations that contain them, protecting the stability of cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, veterinary products and supplements.

Preservative

Disodium EDTA

Disodium EDTA

Universal chelating agent that sequesters metal ions present in water and raw materials. It protects the color, aroma and stability of formulas, and improves the performance of preservative and foaming systems. It is used in cosmetics, cleaning products, industry and, in line with applicable regulations, in pharmaceutical, veterinary, nutraceutical and food preparations.

Preservative