OCTYL SILICONE OIL ZG-XJ002
INCI: Caprylyl Methicone
Chemical name: Heptamethyloctyltrisiloxane, 3-n-octyl-heptamethyltrisiloxane
CAS NO.: 17955-88-3
Equivalent Product: DOWSIL™ FZ-3196 Fluid, Momentive Silsoft 034, MIRASIL™ CAPRYLYL TSO
Structure:
Caprylyl Methicone ZG-XJ002, an alkyl-modified trisiloxane, is specifically formulated for personal care applications.
Characterized by its low viscosity and surface tension, this silicone oil exhibits outstanding wettability and remarkable medium - volatility. These properties enable it to spread easily over surfaces, enhancing product performance.
It is insoluble in water yet demonstrates excellent compatibility with a wide range of organic oils, including ethanol and toluene. This makes it an ideal compatibilizer for blending silicone oils with hydrocarbon oils, facilitating the creation of homogeneous product formulations.
In the realm of personal care products, its exceptional diffusion capabilities are highly beneficial. It promotes skin absorption, imparts enhanced gloss and smoothness, and effectively reduces viscosity and the greasy feel typically associated with some formulations.
| Parameters | Standard |
| Appearance | Colorless transparent liquid |
| Density（25℃） | 0.83-0.85 |
| Viscosity(25℃，mm2/s） | 2-5 |
| Flash Point（℃） | 110 |
| Refractive index | 1.41-1.43 |
| D4 | <0.1% |
| D5 | <0.1% |
| D6 | <0.1% |
| Packaging | 150kg/ Iron Drum |
Applications
It can serve as a carrier for other ingredients, ensuring their even distribution within the product. Additionally, it functions as an effective dispersion medium for hydrophobic powders and pigments, enabling their seamless integration into formulations.
This versatile silicone oil is a valuable component in various personal care products:
Skin - care products: It can be incorporated into moisturizers to enhance their hydrating effects, hairsprays for better hold and a non - greasy finish, makeup removers for improved cleansing efficiency, and facial cleansers to provide a smooth cleansing experience.
Cosmetics: In sunscreens, it helps in spreading the active ingredients evenly for effective sun protection, and in lipsticks, it contributes to a creamy texture and enhanced color pay - off.
Hair - care products: It can be used to improve the manageability, shine, and softness of hair.
Other products: It is also suitable for sunscreens, antiperspirants, and deodorants, where it can enhance the product's performance and user experience.
The optimal amount of
Caprylyl Methicone ZG-XJ002 to be added should be determined through formula testing, taking into account the specific requirements of each product formulation. This ensures that the final product achieves the desired balance of properties and performance.
| Formulation Types | Suggested amount of addition |
| Liquid foundation | 1-3% |
| Sunscreen | 3-5% |
| Face cream/Eye Cream | 1-3% |
| essence | 1-3% |
Function: spreading excellent powder dispersity, providing fresh skin feeling
| Substance (compatibility) | ZG-XJ002 |
| Polydimethylsiloxane | √ |
| Isononyl isononanoate | √ |
| Caprylic acid/capric acid triglyceride | √ |
| Hydrogenated Polyisobutene | √ |
| Isododecane | √ |
| Isopropyl myristate | √ |
| Octyl dodecanol | √ |
| Phenyl polytrimethylsiloxane | √ |
| Isopropyl palmitate | √ |
| Cyclopentameric dimethylsiloxane | √ |
| Octyl methoxy cinnamate | √ |
