HY-EZEGEL Rheology Modifier

HY-EZEGEL by HY-Tech Products & Co – Personal Care Ingredients Specialist, South Korea.

Product Name: HY-EZEGEL
Manufacturer: HY-Tech Products & Co, Seoul, South Korea

Key Features:

• High-performance thickener and gelling agent
• White powder – easy to incorporate into formulations
• Excellent viscosity building properties
• High solid content (98.4%)
• Stable pH range: 4.0–6.0
• Suitable for aqueous cosmetic systems

Functions:

• Thickener
• Gelling Agent
• Viscosity Builder
• Stabilizer

Applications:

• Skin Care: Gels, Creams, Lotions, Serums, Toners
• Hair Care: Hair Gels, Conditioners, Styling Products
• Personal Care: Hand Sanitizers, Body Washes, Face Washes
• Sun Care: Sunscreen Gels and Lotions

Certificate of Analysis (COA) – Results:

• Appearance (at 25°C): White Powder – CONFORM
• Solid Content (%, 105°C, 3h, 2g): 92 MIN → Result: 98.4
• Moisture (%): 7 MAX → Result: 4.4
• pH (25°C, 1% aqueous solution): 4.0–6.0 → Result: 5.4
• Viscosity (20°C, 1% aqueous solution, mPa.s): 48000–65000 → Result: 61200

Conclusion: PASS ✓

Storage & Handling:

• Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight
• Keep container tightly closed when not in use
• Avoid moisture exposure during handling

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):

Q: What is HY-EZEGEL?
A: HY-EZEGEL is a premium thickener and gelling agent by HY-Tech Products & Co, South Korea. It is a white powder used to build viscosity and create gel textures in cosmetic formulations.

Q: What is HY-EZEGEL used for?
A: It is used as a thickener, gelling agent, and viscosity builder in skincare gels, creams, hair gels, body washes, hand sanitizers, and sunscreen formulations.

Q: What does it look like?
A: White powder – COA confirmed CONFORM at 25°C.

Q: What is the recommended usage rate?
A: Typically 0.5–2% in aqueous formulations depending on desired viscosity and gel strength.

Q: What pH range does it work in?
A: Stable and effective in pH range 4.0–6.0.

Q: Does it need a neutralizer?
A: Yes, like most carbomer-type gelling agents, it typically requires neutralization (e.g., with TEA or NaOH) to achieve full viscosity.

Q: Is a Certificate of Analysis (COA) available?
A: Yes, COA is available upon request.

Q: How should it be stored?
A: Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Keep container tightly closed and avoid moisture exposure.

Q: What is the shelf life?
A: Please contact us for shelf life details on the current batch.

Q: Is this product vegan?
A: Yes, HY-EZEGEL is suitable for vegan cosmetic formulations.

COA available upon request. For professional cosmetic formulation use only.