Natrasorb® BATH Starch

Natrasorb® BATH starch powder is a fragrance and oil fixative that is able to absorb and carry large quantities of oils and anhydrous (without water) liquids, such as bath oils so that other dry ingredients remain free flowing and non-clumpy.

The starch is processed in a manner that creates unique 'pockets' that can carry the oils in such a way that the product seems to be dry material.

Natrasorb® BATH starch is hydrophilic (water loving) so that once the starch comes in contact with water, it immediately dissolves, releasing the oils, fragrances and/or emulsifiers and easily dispersing them into the warm water. The all natural starch provides a soft silky feel to the bath water, but does not settle or leave a film.

Derived from the cassava plant, Natrasorb® Bath comes from an all natural source.

Qualities:

• Improves the hardness of bath bombs
  
• Better disperses fragrance in bath bombs, bath salts and other products
• Retains fragrance longer
• Disperses carrier oils and emulsifying waxes more evenly upon water contact
  
• Gives a Silky water feeling
• Absorbs extra oils in lotions to eliminate greasy feeling
• Stabilizes bath and body products so that ingredients stay mixed
• Hypoallergenic
• Gluten Free
• Neutral PH
• Non-GMO
• Eliminates the need for a fixative in bath salts
• Biodegradable

Common Uses:
Bath Bombs, Bath Salts, Oil Absorbing Colorants, Antiperspirants and Deodorants, Skin Creams and Lotions, Bath and Shower Products, Cosmetics, Milk Bath, Bath Powders, Bath Fizzy, Epsom Salts, lip balms, lip sticks, carrier for oils

Recommended Usage:
Type of application should guide usage. Experiment at varying levels to get the effect you desire.  There are no hard and fast rules.

• Dry powder formulation or replacing talc - Up to 75% Natrasorb BATH
  
• Cream or lotion with silky feel - 8% to 12%. Non-silky feel - 2%-7%.
  
• Bath bomb - 1.5% -2.5%.
• Bath salts - 1% - 2 %  (~1T per 8oz (cup) of salt mix)
• Rule of Thumb - 2X amount of oil used, by weight.
• NATRASORB® BATH is able to absorb up to 16% of its weight in mineral oil without any change of appearance, and up to 19% without loss of free flow.
• The mixture of Natrasorb BATH with oil should not clump when you squeeze it together, but it may be slightly sticky and look like fine bread crumbs. Use caution not to add an excessive amount of Natrasorb BATH as it may cause your entire recipe to become too "sticky" and less free-flowing.

Health and Safety:
Natrasorb® Bath starch is an organic particulate. Although it is
not prone to dusting, use of a dust mask and good ventilation
are recommended. Avoid contact of the powder or dust with
heat, sparks or open flame.

Animal Testing Statement:

Natrasorb® Bath has not been the subject of animal testing for cosmetic purposes. 

Natrasorb® Bath is in compliance with EU regulation (EC) (No 1223/2009, Article 18)

Statement from the manufacturer:

Natrasorb® Bath starch is an aesthetic modifier. 

Aesthetic modifiers -- "Superior form, function and consumer appeal are within reach with our offering of native and modified starches for aesthetic enhancement. The aesthetic modifiers provide excellent oil absorbency properties and help enhance product aesthetics by reducing the greasiness and tackiness in formulations, while improving slip and
lubricity. Create elegant creams, lotions, antiperspirants/deodorants, sun care, color cosmetic products and dry shampoos with these ingredient options that promise unique sensory experiences."

International Nomenclature of Cosmetic Ingredients (INCI):
Tapioca starch

Common Name Ingredient Listing (FDA Approved):
Tapioca starch

NOTE: This is a modified tapioca starch.  Regular tapioca starch will not give you this effect.

CAS# 9005-25-8

Appearance: White to off-white
Physical Form: Light weight free flowing powder
Solubility: Soluble in Water
Country of Origin: United States
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Storage: Room temperature. Air tight container.
Best Used By: One year from date of purchase.
Shelf Life Once Used in Manufacturing: One year from date of manufacturing..

TERMS

**Bulk Size Shipping - Averages 7-10 Business Days. Multiple shipments may occur.
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