Nylon-12 Fluorescent Brightener 230 Salt
Nylon-12 Fluorescent Brightener 230 Salt at a Glance
- Reaction of nylon-12 with sulfonic acid
- Opacifying agent
- Adds pearlescence
- Part of a blend called LipoLight™ OAP-PVA
Nylon-12 Fluorescent Brightener 230 Salt Description
Nylon-12 fluorescent brightener 230 salt is the result of the reaction of nylon-12, a synthetic polymer, with sulfonic acid.In cosmetics formulations, nylon-12 fluorescent brightener 230 salt is used as an opacifying agent, meaning it reduces transparency or translucence in a product. It is also used to add pearlescence.
When combined with polyvinylalcohol crosspolymer, it is part of an ingredient blend known as LipoLight™ OAP-PVA, which is used to diffuse light and increase luminescence in cosmetics.
Suggested usage levels of LipoLight™ OAP-PVA are generally between 3-5%, with 10% being the maximum.