Flexicare™ ZR-P
Innovative Chemical Technologies Inc. · Flexicare™
Flexicare™ ZR-P is a renewable, zinc-based odor neutralizer derived from castor oil. It absorbs odors rather than masking them, without being antimicrobial, ensuring compatibility with skin flora. Effective against a range of strong odors from organic acids, amines, and sulfur compounds, it's safe for use in personal care products like deodorants and shampoos. Additionally, it is FDA-approved for indirect food contact. The product is soluble in organic solvents, has a shelf life of three years, and is available in solid form for easy compounding.
- Renewably sourced
- Effective odor neutralization
- Compatible with personal care
- Solvent compatible
- Food grade
Specifications
Identifiers
- Chemical name
- Zinc Ricinoleate
- CAS number(s)
- 13040-19-2
- EC number
- 235-911-4
- Molecular formula
- C36H66O6Zn
- InChI key
- GAWWVVGZMLGEIW-GNNYBVKZSA-L
- INCI name
- Zinc Ricinoleate
- Synonyms
- Zinc Diricinoleate, Zinc, (Z,12R)-12-hydroxyoctadec-9-enoate, Ricinoleic Acid, Zinc Salt, 12-Hydroxy-9-octadecenoic Acid, Zinc Salt, Zinc Salt of Ricinoleic Acid
Technical specifications
Specifications
| Test Condition | Specification | Value | Unit | Test Method |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| - | Appearance | White to tan solid | - | - |
| - | Odor | Mild | - | - |
| - | Ionic character | Anionic | - | - |
| - | Solubility | Soluble in most organic solvents | - | - |
| - | Water Solubility | Dispersible with surfactants | - | - |
| In 1:1 IPA/H2O | pH | 6 - 9 | - | - |
| at 25 °C | Density | 1 ± 0.02 | g/cm³ | - |
| - | Melting Point | 70 - 80 | °C | - |
| - | Flash Point | Does not ignite below 100 °C | - | - |
| - | Storage | Stable under normal conditions | - | - |
| - | Shelf Life | 3 | Years | - |
- Product groups
- Odor Control AgentsOdor Control Technologies
- Applications
- Personal care productsBeauty productsGranular & powdered productsFood packagingPaper & packaging coatings
- Functions
- Odor control agentOpacifierAnti-settling agentFlow modifier
- Market segments
- Skin care productsHair care productsCosmeticsPackaging coatingsFood packaging
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Technical Data Sheet (TDS)
Specifications & performance data