Sapogel® Q is a liquid blend of natural oil thickening agents, ideal for creating balm textures in skin care and color cosmetic applications. It is derived from plant-based sources, including quillaja saponaria wood extract and saponaria officinalis leaf/root extract. The product is moisturizing, hydrating, mild, and biodegradable, making it suitable for use in body masks, facial scrubs, body balms, lip balms, and more. It is preservative-free, naturally derived, and easy to use. Sapogel® Q complies with EU Regulation No. 1272/2008 and is RSPO Supply Chain Certified. It is available in pails for use in leave-on applications.

INCI Name: Aqua, Glycerin, Quillaja Saponaria Wood Extract, Saponaria Officinalis Leaf/Root Extract

Functions: Thickener

Ingredient Origin: Natural Origin, Plant Origin, Vegetable Origin

Benefit Claims: Cleansing, Easy To Use, Hydrating, Mild, Moisturizing

Labeling Claims: Biodegradable, Naturally Derived, Preservative-free

Certifications & Compliance: EC No.1907/2006, RSPO Supply Chain Certified, Regulation (EU) No. 1272/2008

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Identification & Functionality

Features & Benefits

Benefit Claims
Labeling Claims
Key Properties
  • Biodegradable
  • Preservative free
  • Easy to use liquid
  • To be used at room temperature or at temperatures to 80°C
  • Hydrating / moisturising properties
  • Mild & safe to the skin

Applications & Uses

Markets
Applications
Application Format
Color Cosmetic Applications
Skin Care Applications
Use Level
max. 5% (for creamy texture), 20 - 25% (to create an oily gel)
Application Information
  • Cleansers
  • Body and Lip balms
  • Spa products (masks, scrubs, massage gels)
  • Hair care
  • Baby products
Use Levels
  • 20-25% to create an oily gel
  • Up to 5% water can be added to give a creamy texture
  • Can be used in a cold process or heated if required.
  • Shake/stir well before use
  • Keep final formulation between pH 4 - 8

Properties

Physical Form
Odor
Characteristic mild, Wax-like
Appearance
Brown liquid
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Color5.0 - 8.0-Gardner
SDS Physical and Chemical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Density1.01 - 1.5g/cc-
Viscositymin. 100mPa.sCone & Plate
Flash Pointmin. 125°C-
OdorCharacteristic--
AppearanceBrown liquid--
Microbiological Values
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Total Viable Count (Yeast & Mold Count)max. 10cfu/g-
Total Viable Count (Bacteria)max. 10cfu/g-
Specifications
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Viscosity (at 20°C)100 - 350cPs-
Refractive Index1.20 - 1.50--
pH Value (at 20°C)4.0 - 6.5--
Specific Gravity (at 20°C)1.01 - 1.50--

Regulatory & Compliance

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type
Packaging Information

25kg plastic pails.

Storage & Handling

Shelf Life
2 years
Storage Information

Keep away from moisture by storing in tightly closed containers away from extreme temperatures. Shake/Stir before use.

Shelf Life Information

Sapogel® Q has a 2-year shelf life.
The product should be re-analyzed after a 2-year storage period under recommended storage conditions.