Radigard™ SF-R is a non-GMO, natural antioxidant derived from rosemary, providing reliable protection against oxidation for various oils. It serves as an excellent alternative to soy-based tocopherol, extending shelf life and protecting the oil phase in formulations. Its antioxidant compounds make it ideal for use in cosmetic and personal care products.

INCI Name: Carthamus Tinctorius (Safflower) Seed Oil, Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract

Functions: Antioxidant

Benefit Claims: Antioxidant Properties, Easy To Use, Enhanced Shelf Life, Improved Stability, Long Lasting Freshness

Labeling Claims: Bio-based, Natural, Non-Genetically Modified Organism (GMO), Preservative-free

Enhanced TDS

Identification & Functionality

Features & Benefits

Benefit Claims
Labeling Claims
Product Function

Radigard™ SF-R utilizes an advanced carnosic acid oxidation cascade, providing multiple layers of protection to the oil phase in cosmetic formulations. With carnosic acid sacrificially oxidizing up to three times, it offers heightened stability and significantly extends shelf life, ensuring lasting product freshness and reliability. Radigard™ SF-R offers unmatched effectiveness and comes in 4 different carriers: sunflower oil, safflower oil, caprylic/capric triglyceride, and organic canola oil.

Applications & Uses

Markets
Applications
Application Temperature Range
max. 60°C
Use Level
0.1% - 0.5%
Recommended Applications

Procedure: Add Radigard™ SF-R to oil phase and incorporate by mixing

Properties

Physical Form
SDS Physical and Chemical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Appearance (at 20°C)Liquid--
OdorCharacteristic--
TasteCharacteristic--
Formulation Guidelines
  • Stable up to 85°C
  • Best below pH of 7.0
  • Minimum of 0.5% of oil phase
  • Mineral sunscreens may shift color over time

Technical Details & Test Data

OSI (Oxidative Stability Index) Testing

Product Performance

Radigard™ SF-R shows very effective results in OSI (Oxidative Stability Index) Testing when compared to tocopheryl. Even at lower usage levels than the control and competitor, Radigard™ shows that it can protect the oil phase of formulations better than the industry standard.

 

Durastrength® 4000 - Typical Starting Formulation Recommendations - 1

 

Carnosic Acid Cascade

Carnosic acid is able to successfully be sacrificially oxidized three times. This offers cosmetic formulations maximum protection and extension of shelf lives.

Durastrength® 4000 - Typical Starting Formulation Recommendations - 2

 

 

 

 

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type
Packaging Information

18 kg pail or 180 kg drum

Storage & Handling

Shelf Life
12 months