Essentially Natural Montanov 68 MB

• INCI Name: Cetearyl Alcohol and Cetearyl Glucoside
• Type: Non-ionic O/W emulsifier
• Form: Pellets
• Recommended Usage Rate: 2 to 8%
• Working pH Range: 3 to 10
• Melting Point: 60 to 65°C
• HLB: 10
• Certification: ECOCERT and COSMOS approved, Natrue approved, mass balance and RSPO certified

• Oil-in-water emulsions such as lotions, creams, and milks
• Richer emulsions with good spreadability
• Natural-style formulations that want a cushioned skin feel
• Cream and lotion systems where a non-ionic emulsifier is preferred

Montanov 68 MB Is For:

• DIY formulators making stable creams and lotions
• Makers who want non-ionic emulsification with broad compatibility
• Natural-style formulations using approved emulsifier systems
• Formulators seeking a richer emulsion texture

Montanov 68 MB Is Not For:

• Anhydrous products with no water phase
• Very cold-process methods with no heating or emulsification
• Finished skincare use without formulation

• As an Emulsifier in Creams and Lotions: Melt into the heated oil phase at about 75°C, then combine with the heated water phase and emulsify.
• As a Milk or Lotion Base: Use within the recommended range for lighter textures.
• As a Butter-Style Emulsion: Increase the emulsifier within range and pair with structuring oils and butters.
• Processing Tip: Add preservative in the cool down phase.
• Processing Tip: Allow the emulsion to fully cool before judging final viscosity.

• For external use only in formulated products
• Avoid inhaling dust if pellets are crushed
• Keep out of reach of children and pets
• Store sealed, away from heat and moisture

Q: Is Montanov 68 MB suitable for natural-style formulations?
A: Yes. The source information confirms ECOCERT and COSMOS approval, along with Natrue approval.

Q: Does Montanov 68 MB need heating?
A: Yes. It is typically melted into the heated oil phase before emulsification.

Q: Will an emulsion thicken immediately?
A: Final viscosity is often better judged after the emulsion has cooled fully.