Description: Natural broad-spectrum antimicrobial blend in powder form consisting of glucono-delta-lactone (microbial fermentation of corn) which has chelating and hydrating benefits and sodium benzoate (food grade preservative). Non-GMO. Free flowing white powder, water soluble. CAS: 90-80-2, 532-32-1, 299-28-5 INCI Name: Gluconolactone, sodium benzoate, calcium gluconate Benefits: - Effective broad spectrum protection for a wide range of skin and hair care products - Active in a wide pH range (best between pH 3-6) - Has GRAS (Generally Accepted As Safe) status and is compliant with ECOCERT, WholeFoods and the European REACH regulation (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation and restriction of Chemicals) Use: Recommended use level of 0.75-2.0 . Performs best in pH 3-6. Compatible with practically all raw materials. Can be added directly to the formulation below 100 F 40 C. External use only. Applications: All kinds of skin hair care products (incl. emulsions, aqueous anhydrous systems), sun care products, makeup products. Country of Origin: USA Raw material source: Gluconic acid, benzoic acid Manufacture: Proprietary blend of three antimicrobial agents. Gluconolactone is produced from an aqueous gluconic acid solution by dehydration involving azeotropic distillation with alcohols, followed by crystallization from the alcohol-containing residue. Calcium gluconate is produced by neutralization of gluconic acid with lime. Sodium benzoate is produced by the neutralization of benzoic acid with sodium bicarbonate. Animal Testing: Not animal tested GMO: GMO-free Vegan: Does not contain animal derived components Certifications: ECOCERTSupplied by MakingCosmetics Inc., an ISO certified FDA registered ingredient supplier. Price includes VAT. High-quality product from the USA. Pure concentrated ingredient. Not a finished cosmetic product. Use as raw material for making cosmetics or add directly to finished skin care products. Natural broad-spectrum antimicrobial blend in powder form consisting of glucono-delta-lactone (microbial fermentation of corn) which has chelating and hydrating benefits and sodium benzoate (food grade preservative).