Barentz Introduces 100% Bio-Based Surfactant: Suga®Nate 160NC

Suga®Nate 160NC; a naturally derived, high-performance surfactant suitable for use in personal care applications.

With Suga®Nate 160NC you can develop natural, mild formulations that do not irritate eyes and skin, sulfate-free, and foaming.

INCI NAME Sodium Laurylglucosides Hydroxypropylsulfonate

CAS NUMBER 742087-49-6 Suga®Nate 160NC is a patented anionic alkyl polyglucoside derivative. All starting materials are biologically renewable and mineral sources, making it 100% bio-based. It also holds 100% natural carbon certification approved by independent organizations. (USDA Biobased program, NGO certifications, NSF and EPA's Safer Choice.)   Suga®Nate 160NC is an environmentally friendly, readily biodegradable, green surfactant. By combining Suga®Nate 160NC with a Betaine or Sultaine, you can obtain high-viscosity formulations. Lauramidopropyl Betaine is particularly well suited for producing economical products with excellent viscosity. Benefits

• 100% naturally derived.
• EO-free (contains no 1,4-Dioxane).
• Does not irritate skin and eyes.
• Readily biodegradable.
• Possesses foaming properties equal to or superior to other sulfate-free surfactants.
• Contains no preservatives.
• Compatible with all surfactant classes (amides, amphoterics, nonionics, etc.).

Safer for End Users

Suga®Nate 160NC is safer compared to other surfactants. It does not cause eye irritation and does not irritate skin. Listed below are results of HET-CAM tests (10% solids, pH 5.5 - 6.5) performed on products that are commonly used in sulfate-free formulations. For mildness, nothing compares to Suga®Nate 160NC.  

Better Performance in Formulations

Foam Performance

Hard water foaming tests show that Suga®Nate 160NC has instant foaming properties equal to or superior to common surfactants. With its creamier and smaller bubble structure, it provides longer-lasting foam.

Cleaning Performance for Detergents

Squalene Titre (SQ) Method: Suga®Nate 160NC demonstrated a higher SQ number (18.7) than SLS (15.8) and SLES (10.0). A higher SQ number indicates better detergency.

Antimicrobial Performance for Detergents

Zone of Inhibition: A 16% solution was tested against gram-negative bacteria Pseudomonas aeruginosa; yeast C. albicans; and mold Aspergillus niger. Results show it possesses excellent microbial protection.