BELGUARD® EHG DO

BELGUARD® EHG DO is a combination of two key ingredients namely 2-Ethyl hexyl glycerine known for its deodorant and skin property action coupled with Octenidine hydrochloride, an effective antimicrobial agent at low concentration. It has a high deodorant efficiency due to its inhibitory action both on the growth and proliferation of bacteria causing the smell, without significantly altering the natural cutaneous flora.

COMPOSITION

Propylene Glycol Ethylhexylglycerine Octenidine dihydrochloride
Molecular Weight 76.09 g/mol 204.31 g/mol 623.83
CAS No. 57-55-6 70445-33-9 70775-75-6
CAS Name 1,2 Propanediol 3- (2-Ethylhexyloxy) propane-1, 2-diol N,N ́- (Decane-1,10-diyldi-1(4H)-pyridyl-4-ylidene) bis(octylammonium) dichloride
INCI Name Propylene glycol Ethylhexylglycerin Octenidine HCL

EU INCI declaration Propylene glycol

Ethylhexylglycerin * Octenidine HCI

US INCI declaration Propylene glycol

Ethylhexylglycerin * Octenidine HCL

General Remarks

  • BELGUARD® EHG DO is a colourless liquid with a characteristic odour and well tolerated at high temperature in the range of 100°C for a short duration.
  • The recommended pH range is 3 – 10.
  • This composition is not compatible with surfactants, thickeners and colorants as these ingredients will reduce its efficacy in the final formulations.

Technical Data

Description Parameter
Appearance White to pale yellow
Density 1.010 - 1.030
pH (0.8% Solution)
IR
5 - 7
Match with Standard IR graph
% Ethylhexylglycerine 14.3 - 17.3
% Octenidine dihydrochloride
Refractive Index
1.4 - 1.8
1.430 - 1.444

Recommended Dosage

The concentration will be in the range 0.5 – 1.0% depending on the end application.

Storage

Store in the original container at room temperature. Keep away from light & heat.

Shelf Life

2 years from the date of manufacturing in its original packed condition.

Packaging

Available in 10 kg, 20 kg, 25 kg & 200 kg HDPE Drum or HDPE Carboy.