Brief Description

Imidazolidinyl urea is one of the most widely used cosmetic preservative in the world.

Detailed Description

INCI Adopted Name:Imidazolidinyl Urea

CAS Registry No.:39236-46-9

Molecular Formula:C11H16N8O8

Synonyms:GERMALL 115

N,N''-methylenebis[N'-(3-hydroxymethyl-2,5-dioxo-4-imidazolidinyl)] Urea;

Molecular Weight:388.30

 

Applications

Imidazolidinyl urea is very effective against Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria, including Pseudomonas species. It acts synergistically with other preservatives. With parabens, it provides a broad spectrum of activity against bacteria, yeast, and mold.

Effective antibacterial preservative for use in a wide range of liquid and powder type cosmetic products.

Very soluble in water; it can be incorporated successfully into cold mix formulations.

Can be used in a wide pH range (3.0-9.0).

Compatible with most cosmetic ingredients, including surfactants, proteins, and other special ingredients.