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SUNSPHERE
SUNSPHERE, a spherical, agglomerate-free silica powder, has been used around the world for over 30 years. It is 100% natural silica, making it an environmentally friendly product.
As an amorphous silica, it has no ill effects on the human body and can be used with peace of mind.
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Characteristics
SUNSPHERE includes an extensive product lineup. Select a variety based on the intended application or functions required.
It is primarily used in cosmetic products, in which compounding SUNSPHERE makes it possible to improve texture and skin softness and makes cosmetics longer lasting.
It is also used in various applications outside of cosmetics, such as in fillers for industrial products such as resins and rubber and as a matting agent for paints.
| Cosmetic label name | Silica |
|---|---|
| Non-pharmaceutical ingredient name | Silicic anhydride |
| CAS No. | 7631-86-9 |
| INCI Name | SILICA |
| Composition | 100% |
| ISO 16128 natural origin index | 1 (100%) |
Applications
| Cosmetics | Improved texture, skin softness, and durability |
|---|---|
| Films | Anti-blocking effect |
| Paints | Surface modification, matting |
| Other | Catalyst support |
Examples
Foundation usability, durability (cosmetics)
Adopted Product: H-51
The product was adopted for use by a customer with no previous experience using spherical silica.
Compounding H-51 made it possible to create a texture that feels smooth when applied and hides wrinkles, blotches, and freckles with minimal shine. These qualities were rated highly by customers.
Improved sunscreen tackiness (cosmetics)
Adopted Product: H-53
H-53 was adopted for use by a customer looking for a way to reduce the tackiness of a sunscreen.
The customer had used the spherical porous silica of another company (oil absorption of approx. 100 mL/100 g) but liked the refreshing dry finish of H-53 made possible by its high oil absorption.
Loose powder, resin bead alternative (cosmetics)
Adopted Product: NP-30
NP-30 was adopted for use by a customer looking for an alternative to resin beads.
The non-porous NP-30 has a smooth and creamy texture that does not feel dry and has a natural finish, qualities which were rated highly by the customer.
Matting (paints)
Product used: H-33
H-33 efficiently exhibits matting effects through the diffused reflections produced by the irregular surface of porous silica.
The amount of additives can be reduced, and the particle diameter of 3 μm allows use with thin film materials, qualities which were highly rated by the customer.
Provides anti-blocking properties (films)
Adopted Products: NP-30, NP-100, NP-200
The product was adopted for use by a customer with no previous experience using spherical silica.
They were highly rated for preventing films from adhering to one another thanks to their shape as a spherical silica and basic role in enhancing barrier properties.
Product Lineup
| SUNSPHERE Product name |
Particle diameter μm |
Specific surface area | Oil absorption mL/100 g |
Quantity kg |
COSMOS ECOCERT certified |
Kosher certified |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| H-31 | 3 | 800 | 150 | 20 | check | |
| H-32 | 3 | 700 | 300 | 10 | check | |
| H-33 | 3 | 700 | 400 | 10 | check | check |
| H-51 | 5 | 800 | 150 | 20 | check | check |
| H-52 | 5 | 700 | 300 | 10 | check | check |
| H-53 | 5 | 700 | 400 | 10 | check | check |
| H-121 | 12 | 800 | 150 | 20 | check | check |
| H-122 | 12 | 700 | 300 | 10 | check | |
| H-201 | 20 | 800 | 150 | 20 | check | |
| NP-30 | 4 | 40 | 30 | 25 | check | check |
| NP-100 | 10 | 80 | 35 | 25 | check | check |
| NP-200 | 20 | 100 | 40 | 25 | check | check |
| L-31 | 3 | 300 | 150 | 20 | check | |
| L-51 | 5 | 300 | 150 | 20 | check | check |
| D-200L | 200 | − | − | 20 | check | |
| D-300L | 300 | − | − | 20 | check |
Packaging
- Cardboard box 30L, 60L, 75L