BASF introduces Neutrol® MGDA, a readily biodegradable complexing agent for personal care applications

“During the production process, there are multiple ways metal ions can be introduced to formulations and affect their properties, such as durability. Therefore, complexing agents are essential for creating stable cosmetic products,” states Dr. Hans-Martin Haake, Head of Market Development Hair, Body and Oral Care at BASF Personal Care Europe. “Neutrol MGDA is the perfect solution for manufacturers of cosmetic products looking for an eco-friendly alternative to poorly degradable complexing agents.”

Highly stable over a wide pH range

By forming water-soluble complexes with polyvalent metal ions (e.g. iron, manganese, copper) over a wide pH range, Neutrol MGDA binds metal ions very efficiently. Due to its high temperature stability, Neutrol MGDA can be added at any step in the manufacturing process for cosmetic products.

Neutrol MGDA is suitable for various fields of application: from shower gels and liquid soaps to shampoos, styling products, baby cleansing products, skin creams and toothpastes. It is cold processable, easy to formulate and contains no preservatives. Due to its sustainability benefits, it meets the requirements of the Nordic Ecolabel.

About the Care Chemicals division at BASF

The BASF division Care Chemicals offers a broad range of ingredients for personal care, home care, industrial & institutional cleaning, and technical applications. We are a leading global supplier for the cosmetics industry as well as the detergents and cleaners industry, and support our customers with innovative and sustainable products, solutions and concepts. The division’s high -performance product portfolio includes surfactants, emulsifiers, polymers, emollients, chelating agents, cosmetic active ingredients and UV filters. We have production and development sites in all regions and are expanding our presence in emerging markets. Further information is available online at www.carechemicals. basf.com.