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BarGuard Preservative Product Line:


BarGuard is a world-wide accepted preservative system suitable for a variety of cosmetic and personal care lines. BarGuard is a 100% active, paraben-free formaldehyde-free, broad spectrum anti-microbial. As a broad spectrum preservative emulsion system, its applications include but are not limited to: make up, hair care, skin care, and body care. It is also appropriate for creams, lotions, sun screens, aqueous systems, cleansing products, leave on products, rinse off products, and silicone products.

The BarGuard product line is available in multiple blends consisting of several different grades of Caprylyl Glycol ranging from 96% to 99% pure. BarGuard will be REACH compliant and offered from various warehouse locations worldwide.

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Application and usage information for the Barguard Line

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Trade Name INCI Name CAS # EINECS # Application Recommended Use Level Aspect Solubility

BarGuard O


Min 98% Pure
Caprylyl Glycol 1117-86-8 Registered Emollient Preservative 0.5-1.5% Clear Liquid/White Waxy Solid Soluble in water and isopropanol

BarGuard OLP


96-98% Pure
Caprylyl Glycol 1117-86-8 Registered Emollient Preservative 0.5-1.5% Clear Amber Liquid/Waxy Solid Soluble in water and isopropanol

BarGuard CP

Caprylyl Glycol
(and)
Phenoxyethanol
(and)
Hexylene Glycol
1117-86-8

122-99-6

107-41-5
Registered Emollient Preservative
Globally Approved Paraben Alternative Broad Spectrum Efficacy
0.5-1.5% Clear Liquid Soluble in water and isopropanol

BarGuard IP

Caprylyl Glycol
(and)
Phenoxyethanol
(and)
Hexylene Glycol
(and)
IPBC
1117-86-8

122-99-6

107-41-5


55406-53-6
Registered Emollient Preservative
Globally Approved Paraben Alternative Broad Spectrum Efficacy
0.5-1.5% Clear Liquid Soluble in water and isopropanol

BarGuard CPLP

Caprylyl Glycol
(and)
Phenoxyethanol
(and)
Hexylene Glycol
1117-86-8

122-99-6

107-41-5
Registered Emollient Preservative
Globally Approved Paraben Alternative Broad Spectrum Efficacy
0.5-1.5% Clear Liquid Soluble in water and isopropanol

BarGuard S

Caprylyl Glycol
(and)
Phenoxyethanol
(and)
Sorbic Acid
1117-86-8

122-99-6

110-44-1
Registered Emollient Preservative Paraben Alternative Broad Spectrum Efficacy 0.5-1.5% Clear Liquid Soluble in water and isopropanol

BarGuard KS

Caprylyl Glycol
(and)
Phenoxyethanol
(and)
Hexylene Glycol
(and)
Potassium Sorbate
1117-86-8

122-99-6

107-41-5


24634-61-5
Registered Emollient Preservative Paraben Alternative Broad Spectrum Efficacy 0.5-1.5% Clear Liquid Soluble in water and isopropanol

BarGuard OKS

Caprylyl Glycol (and)
Potassium Sorbate
1117-86-8

24634-61-5
Registered Emollient Preservative Paraben Alternative Broad Spectrum Efficacy 0.5-1.5% Viscous/ Clear Liquid Soluble in water and isopropanol

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All products do not contain Bovine, Ovine, or Caprine
derived material of any type.
All products pre-registered with REACH #05-2116099306-38-0000

The formulation guidelines presented here are designed to provide only basic insights into the properties of the materials discussed. RML, Incorporated offers formulation support and is prepared to help the chemist with more detailed guidance.

Disclaimer: The cosmetic ingredient discussed herein is intended for topical use only. RML, Inc. and Hampford Research, Inc. stand behind the quality of its materials according to the specifications set forth. Suitability for specific applications is solely the discretion of the company formulating, manufacturing and marketing the consumer intended product. Additionally, statements made concerning the possible use of these products are not intended as recommendations to use these products in infringement of any patent. Literature is subject to change. Please contact RML, Incorporated for the most up-to-date information available.