Sorbosil® TC 15 is an efficient thickener with high degree of clarity suitable for use in all gel and paste formulations. Sorbosil TC15 can be combined with all types of gum and binders to closely control and optimise rheology and product texture

INCI Name: Hydrated Silica

CAS Number: 112926-00-8

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Identification & Functionality

Features & Benefits

Benefit Claims
Labeling Claims
Benefits
  • Universally effective across all product types
  • Formulation flexibility
  • Compatible with actives
  • Meets USP, EP and JP monographs and China QB/T
  • FDA permitted for use in Food, Drugs, Cosmetics and Toothpaste
  • Regularly monitored for the absence of E. Coli and S. Aureus
  • ISO 16128 Natural Origin Index of 1

Applications & Uses

Properties

Physical Form
Appearance
Fine white powder
SDS Physical and Chemical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
pH (at 5% in water)3 - 10--
Melting Pointmin. 1000°C-
OdorOdorless--
AppearancePowder--
Insoluble inWater--
ColorWhite--
Specifications
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Average Particle Size (d50)max. 18µmPQ-WAR 100.01
Assay (5% aq susp, silica)min. 96%PQ-WAR 4.12
pH (5% aq susp)5.5 - 7.5-PQ-WAR 24.04B
Weight Loss (at 105°C)max. 7%PQ-WAR 52.01
Chloride Content (as Cl)max. 0.3%PQ-WAR 5.01
Sulphate Content (as SO₄)max. 2.2%PQ-WAR 9.03
Heavy Metals Contentmax. 15ppmPQ-WAR 13.01
Mercury Content (as Hg)max. 1.0ppmPQ-WAR TM20a
Arsenic Contentmax. 2ppmPQ-WAR TM20a
Sieve Residue (> 45 µm, >250 only measured if >45 is >0.1%)max. 1.5%PQ-WAR TM01a
Lead Content (as Pb)max. 4.5ppmPQ-WAR TM01a
Iron Content (as Fe)max. 400ppmPQ-WAR TM01a
Viscosity800 - 1300cPsPQ-WAR TM01a
Total Fungal Countmax. 100cfu/gEP/USP
Total Viable Countmax. 100cfu/gEP/USP

Regulatory & Compliance

Packaging & Availability

Country Availability
Packaging Information
  • 15 kg bag, 210 kg pallet
  • 150 kg Super Sack inside cardboard Octobin

Storage & Handling

Storage Information

Proper storage in closed, dry, conditions will provide a long and useful product life. It is recommended to retest moisture content after two years.