Cosmetic Grade Agar Powder -CAS 9002-18-0
Product Name: Agar
INCI Name: Agar
Alias: Natural Seaweed Agar Powder, Cosmetic Grade Gelling Agent, High-Clarity Thickener, Water-Based Formula Stabilizer, Skin-Friendly Moisturizing Gel Raw Material, Natural Viscosity Regulator
CAS No.: 9002-18-0
EINECS No.: 232-658-1
Source: Derived from high-quality natural red seaweed raw materials, adopting low-temperature physical extraction, impurity removal purification, high-precision grinding and multi-stage sterile screening process. The whole production process is zero chemical addition, no chemical modification, retaining natural seaweed active polysaccharide ingredients. Strictly tested for heavy metals and harmful residues, fully compliant with EU SCCS, US FDA and domestic cosmetic safety standards. It is a high-purity natural gelling and thickening functional material specially developed for transparent gel, moisturizing and stable cosmetic formulas.
Grade: Cosmetic Premium Natural Grade (High Transparency Ultra-Stable Special Grade for Clear Gel & Moisturizing Skin-Care Formulas)
Appearance: Uniform off-white to white ultra-fine powder, pure and impurity-free, odorless and non-toxic. Fine and smooth texture, no coarse particles, excellent water solubility and swelling property. The powder features outstanding gelling strength, ultra-high transparency after dissolution and film formation, stable viscosity, strong system compatibility, no deterioration, stratification or mold growth after long-term storage.
MOQ (Minimum Order Quantity): 25KG
Solubility: Swells rapidly in cold water, fully dissolves in hot water to form a uniform transparent colloid. Insoluble in conventional organic solvents such as ethanol. After cooling, it forms a high-elastic transparent gel with stable structure. It has excellent thickening, gelling and suspending properties in water-based cosmetic systems, no precipitation, no agglomeration, stable viscosity and long-lasting formula uniformity.
Storage Condition: Sealed and stored in dry, cool and ventilated dust-free warehouse, avoid humid environment, high-temperature baking and direct sunlight to prevent powder moisture absorption and agglomeration. Keep tightly sealed after opening to maintain powder activity, gelling strength and transparent forming performance.
Shelf Life: 24 Months
Cosmetic Agar Powder, Natural Seaweed Agar, High Transparency Gelling Agent, Stable Viscosity Thickener, Skin-Friendly Moisturizing Additive, Natural Cosmetic Stabilizer, Water-Based Gel Formulation Raw Material
Cosmetic Grade Agar Powder -CAS 9002-18-0
Cosmetic Grade Agar is a high-purity natural seaweed-derived gelling thickening agent exclusive for transparent and moisturizing cosmetic formulas. Extracted from natural red seaweed via pure physical processes without chemical modification, it retains rich natural seaweed polysaccharide active substances.
It features ultra-high light transmittance after gel formation, excellent gelling performance and stable viscosity, which can effectively improve the texture and structural stability of water-based cosmetics.
It can uniformly suspend functional ingredients and fine particles, avoid formula delamination and precipitation, and create clear and crystal product appearance.
Meanwhile, the natural seaweed components have excellent moisturizing and skin-soothing effects, which can replenish and lock skin moisture, improve skin smoothness, and relieve dry skin. Safe, mild and non-irritating, it is the preferred natural texture modifier and stabilizer for high-grade transparent skin-care cosmetics.
Key Benefits
• 100% Natural Seaweed Source, Mild & Safe：Pure natural red seaweed extraction, zero chemical modification and zero harmful residues. Non-toxic, non-irritating and non-sensitizing, compliant with international cosmetic safety standards, suitable for sensitive skin and mild skin-care formulas.
• Ultra-High Transparency, Crystal Clear Texture：Unique seaweed gelling structure, no haze after dissolution and gelation, ultra-high light transmittance, perfectly fits high-grade transparent gel and jelly cosmetic design.
• Stable Gelling & Viscosity Control：Excellent gelling strength and stable viscosity performance, strong formula shaping ability, not easy to dilute and sag, effectively improve product texture and three-dimensional sense.
• Excellent System Stabilization & Suspension：Powerful suspension and anti-stratification performance, uniformly disperse functional particles and plant extracts, maintain long-term formula uniformity, no precipitation or delamination.
• Natural Moisturizing & Skin Smoothing：Rich in seaweed polysaccharides, forms a breathable protective film on the skin surface, locks moisture, relieves dry tightness, and improves skin delicate smoothness.
• Wide Formula Compatibility & High Stability：Adaptable to wide acid-base range, compatible with all water-based cosmetic systems, stable compounding with various skin-care active ingredients, stable batch quality for mass production.
Applications
• High-Grade Transparent Gel Cosmetics：Core gelling thickener for transparent gel, jelly mask, crystal exfoliating gel, creating high-transparency, high-elastic and delicate jelly texture.
• Moisturizing Skin-Care Water & Essence：Added in moisturizing toner, plant essence and hydrating lotion, optimizes fluid viscosity, improves formula stability, and enhances skin moisturizing effect.
• Suspended Functional Skin-Care Products：Suitable for formulas containing plant fine particles and functional micro-ingredients, uniform suspension, prevent ingredient precipitation, and maintain product appearance and efficacy stability.
• Mild Sensitive Skin Care Formulas：Natural and mild raw material, no irritation, specially used for sensitive skin hydrating and soothing skin-care products, balancing skin moisture.
• Body & Hand Care Gel：Applied in body moisturizing gel, hand care gel and cooling gel, improves product texture, makes the gel fresh and non-sticky, and prolongs product shelf stability.
• Natural Plant Skin-Care System：Compatible with various plant extract formulas, protects active ingredients, stabilizes plant system activity, and gives products natural skin-care attributes.
Certificate Of Analysis (COA)
Test Item | Standard Specification | Test Result |
Product Name | Cosmetic Grade Agar Powder | Compliant |
Appearance | White or Off-White Fine Powder, Odorless | Compliant |
Gel Strength (g/cm²) | ≥800 | 895 |
Transparency (%) | ≥92.0 | 95.3 |
Moisture Content (%) | ≤12.0 | 8.6 |
Ash Content (%) | ≤5.0 | 3.2 |
pH Value (1% Solution) | 6.0~7.5 | 6.7 |
Water Insoluble Matter (%) | ≤0.5 | 0.21 |
Viscosity (mPa·s) | 150–250 | 205 |
Heavy Metal (Pb) | ≤1ppm | 0.1ppm |
Arsenic (As) | ≤0.5ppm | Not Detected |
Mercury (Hg) | ≤0.1ppm | Not Detected |
Cadmium (Cd) | ≤0.1ppm | Not Detected |
Total Bacteria | ≤100CFU/g | Qualified |
Pathogenic Bacteria | Negative | Negative |
Conclusion | Conforms to cosmetic grade quality standard | Qualified |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
• Q1: What is the MOQ of Cosmetic Grade Agar Powder?
A1: The standard MOQ is 25KG, support sample orders for formula testing and trial production, and support customized viscosity and gel strength specifications.
• Q2: Is cosmetic Agar safe for sensitive skin?
A2: Yes. It is made of pure natural red seaweed with physical extraction process, zero chemical modification and zero irritating residues. It has stable inert properties, non-toxic and non-sensitizing, fully compliant with international mild cosmetic standards, safe for long-term contact with sensitive skin.
• Q3: What is the recommended dosage in cosmetic formulas?
A3: Transparent jelly gel: 0.8%–2.5%; Moisturizing essence & lotion: 0.2%–1.0%; Suspended skin-care products: 0.5%–1.8%; Gentle soothing gel: 0.6%–2.0%, adjustable according to gel texture and viscosity requirements.
• Q4: What is the difference between Agar and synthetic thickeners?
A4: Synthetic thickeners focus on single thickening effect and may have sticky skin feeling; Agar is a natural seaweed-derived gelling thickener, with ultra-high transparency, excellent suspension stability and natural moisturizing skin-care effect, fresh and non-sticky texture, suitable for high-end clean beauty and mild skin-care formulas.
• Q5: What formula systems is Agar compatible with?
A5: Excellent water-based system compatibility, perfectly adapted to toner, essence, gel, lotion and cream systems. Stable compounding with plant extracts, moisturizers and functional active ingredients, no agglomeration or delamination.
• Q6: What are the formula usage notes?
A6: It needs hot water dissolution and full swelling to ensure gel transparency; reasonable temperature control during processing to avoid excessive high temperature affecting gel elasticity; can be compounded with other natural thickeners to balance viscosity and skin feeling.
• Q7: Do you support stable mass supply and customized specifications?
A7: Strictly control gel strength, transparency and viscosity indicators to ensure stable texture of each batch. Support customized technical specifications. Sufficient inventory all year round supports long-term bulk orders and professional formula technical guidance.
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