VELAFRESH® ZP30
Harness the Potency of Zinc Complexes
Itaconix VELAFRESH ZP30 is a polymeric zinc complex especially suitable for the manufacture of underarm deodorant applications such as solid sticks, roll-ons, aqueous sprays, wipes, and creams. It binds to volatile malodor molecules so they cannot be detected by the human nose. The technology has no substantive interference with natural perspiration, and does not cause skin sensitization or irritation.
VELAFRESH ZP30 is a major advance in odor neutralization, and is suitable for neutralizing odors in athleisure products, pet care, and post hair treatment rinses.
Properties
Advantages
- Proven to be effective against odor causing molecules
- Leaves no stains or residues on skin or fabric
- Ease of use in finished formulations
- Will not interfere with natural perspiration
- Allows for fragrance-free claims
- Allows for all-natural claims in finished products
Applications
Product Information
| INCI | Sodium/ zinc/ acrylodimethyltaurate/ itaconate copolymer |
|---|---|
| CAS# | 2220235-78-7 |
| Active Zinc % | 3.5% |
| Biobased content | 85% |
| pH | 5.8 |
| pH adjusted with | Citric acid |
| Odor | Faint, sweet |
| Average molecular weight (Mn) | 4300 g/mal |
| % Active | 30.50% |
| Chemical class | sodium/ zinc/ acrylodimethyltaurate/ itaconate copolymer |
| Preservative | Potassium sorbate (food grade) |
| Appearance | Clear to slightly hazy yellow liquid |
| Viscosity | <500 cP |
| Specific gravity | 1.2 |
| Recommended use level | 0.5-4.0% |
Excellent Dose Response
Butyric acid is released when bacteria residing on the skin release enzymes that break down lipids into smaller fatty acids. This molecule has an extremely pungent smell and odor threshold of just 0.001 ppm.
A panel test of untrained volunteers confirmed that for a given quantity of butyric acid, the addition of VELAFRESH ZP30 neutralizes the observable odor, and the increased concentration in VELAFRESH ZP30 further reduces the amount detectable.
High Efficacy Comparable to Current Technology
Independent laboratory testing confirms that VELAFRESH ZP30 performs equal to or better than the current leading zinc based technology at neutralizing food odors and body odor. When applied at equal active zinc concentration on fabric, an expert panel found equal odor reduction for VELAFRESH ZP30 and Zinc Ricinoleate.
No Residue on Fabric or Skin
Alternative zinc-based technologies for controlling odor can leave oily stains or waxy residues on clothing. VELAFRESH ZP technology is based on 100% water soluble polymer technology that readily redissolves in water, leaving no residue on fabric or skin. VELAFRESH ZP30 offers a unique approach to formulating deodorants in solid stick, roll on or spray formats. VELAFRESH ZP30 leaves no visible marks if the product comes into contact with clothing during application. There are no unpleasant smells upon rewetting of fabric.
More Concentrated Odor Neutralization
VELAFRESH ZP30 offers more concentrated odor neutralization with 3.5% active zinc. VELAFRESH ZP30 is an aqueous solutions of a polymeric zinc complex and offers ease-of-use and lack of residual deposits. The primary differences between the ZP20 and ZP30 products are the level of active zinc, the preservative systems, and a slight difference in plant-based content.
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