DOWSIL™ HMW 2220
INCI: Divinyldimethicone/Dimethicone Copolymer (and) C12-13 Alketh-23 (and) C12-13 Alketh-3
Overview
Non-ionic Emulsion. DOWSILTM HMW 2220 Non-ionic Emulsion is a 60% non-ionic emulsion of a very high viscosity (> 120 x 106 mm2/s at 0.01 Hz) polydimethyl-siloxane/vinyl copolymer.
- Color Durability
- Compatible with Many Organic Ingredients
- Film Former
- Low Use Level
- Viscosity builder
- Improved Manageability
- Reduced Friction
- Long Lasting
- Smooth Feel
- Wash Off Resistance
Formulation snapshot
Typical phase
Oil phase
Oil-soluble — combined with other lipids and heated with the oil phase.
Functional role
Surfactant — provides cleansing, foam, or solubilization.
Pairs well with
- A secondary amphoteric surfactant
- A mild conditioning agent
- A thickening salt or gum
Handling watch-outs
- Check final pH for skin-friendliness, especially with anionic blends.
- Always validate stability and microbial safety in your finished formula.
Qualitative guidance only. We don't publish use levels — confirm dosage, pH, and compatibility against the supplier technical data sheet and your own stability testing.
- Supplier
- Dow
- CAS
- 66455-14-9, 66455-14-9
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