Phenylbenzimidazole sulfonic acid also known as ensulizole is an organic compound largely used in sunscreens and cosmetic products worldwide. It has the ability to primarily block or absorb Ultraviolet radiations (UV). However, it doesn’t give complete protection since it is unable to block long ... Read more

2,6-Dimethyl-2-heptanol is an organic compound that belongs to the family of secondary alcohols. Also known as diisobutyl carbinol, it is found in the form of colorless to pale yellow liquid with sweet odor. It is slightly soluble in water; however, 2,6-Dimethyl-2-heptanol is miscible with most ... Read more

Polyethyleneglycol (PEG) ester is a polyether compound manufactured by reacting polyethylene glycol with a fatty acid. Polyethyleneglycol esters consist of a hydrophilic part of surfactants and a lipophilic part of fatty acids. PEG oleates and stearates are superior emulsifiers. By changing the ... Read more

Breathable films, also known as micro-porous films, are semi-permeable films which allow the exchange of water vapor and gases, but prevent liquids or water to pass through. They are a three-dimensional matrix of long-chained molecules usually composed of acrylic latex, polyethylene, or ... Read more

Adhesives are generally, the materials that are used for holding or joining two surfaces together. The raw materials used for the manufacturing of adhesives include both natural and synthetic materials. The natural materials majorly includes of starch and dextrin. The major constituent in these ... Read more

Hydroxypropyl cellulose (HPC) is a cellulose derivative which possesses both water solubility as well as organic solubility. It is primarily used as a lubricant and topical ophthalmic protectant. Hydroxypropyl cellulose is a type of cellulose ether and is manufactured by the chemical ... Read more

Dispersing agent, also known as dispersant or plasticizer are active substances as well as non surface active polymers. Dispersing agents are generally added to a colloid to prevent clumping and to enhance separation of particles. Plasticizers consists one or more surfactants, which serve as ... Read more

Ammonium acetate is a white solid, derived from the reaction of acetic acid and ammonia. It is commercially available compound which is manufactured either by neutralizing acetic acid with ammonium carbonate or by the saturation of glacial acetic acid with dry ammonia gas. As the salt of a weak ... Read more

Polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA) is biodegradable linear polyesters produced naturally by the chemical reaction of bacterial fermentation on lipids or sugar. PHAs can be combined with a wide array of monomers which results in the formation of different types of materials exhibiting a variety of ... Read more