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Formula: Pet Coat Refresher Spray

Written by Bill McClure | Jun 30, 2024 12:00:00 PM

Formulators and brand managers, use Itaconix's formula to create high-performance plant-based Pet Coat Refresher Spray.

Description: Fast acting pet coat refresher with excellent odor neutralization using Itaconix® ONZ™ 400.

Ingredients:

Ingredient Function wt%
DI water Diluent 93.9%
Itaconix® ONZ™ 400 Odor neutralizer 3.0%
Cocamidopropyl betaine surfactant Gentle surfactant for oil and dirt removal 2.0%
Sodium cocoyl sarcosinate surfactant Gentle surfactant for oil and dirt removal 0.5%
PEG-7 glyceryl cocoate PEG-7 glyceryl cocoate 0.2%
Glycerin Humectant 0.3%
Essential oil or fragrance Adds scent to the product 0.1%
Sodium hydroxide 10wt%  pH adjuster q.s.

 

Directions:

  • Add water to a clean vessel with mixing
  • Add Itaconix® ONZ™ 400 while mixing
  • Add cocamidopropyl betaine while mixing
  • Add sodium cocoyl sarcosinate while mixing
  • Add PEG-7 glyceryl cocoate while mixing
  • Add glycerin with mixing
  • Add sodium hydroxide 10wt% dropwise while mixing until pH 7.0
  • Add fragrance or essential oil while mixing
  • Mix until the solution is clear and homogeneous

Plant-Based Content: 55-90% based on ingredient selection

Product Properties:

  • Appearance: Clear slightly yellow liquid
  • pH: 7.0
  • Viscosity ...................Water-like (10 cP)

Usage: 

  • Spray onto dog coat, keeping the spray away from the eyes or down in the ears.
  • Rub gently into the coat and brush in to help remove tangles, remove odors, moisten and condition the skin.
  • Do not saturate the coat.

Potential Label Claims:

  • Fast and extended odor neutralization
  • No sulfates 
  • No silicones 
  • No parabens
  • No phthalates
  • No dyes
  • No animal testing
  • PH balanced for dogs
  • Naturally derived cleansers
  • Plant-based conditioners
  • No alcohol, parabens, soaps or SLS
  • Zero chemicals, bleaches or dyes
  • Vegan & cruelty-free certified