NISHKA NISH PT103 — Volatile Silicones — cosmetic silicone product

Crafting the Art of Touch.

NISH PT103

Volatile Silicones

Short-chain trisiloxane with a propyl group — solubility and volatility comparable to Cyclopentasiloxane (D5), without the regulatory concerns.

INCI: Propyl Trisiloxane

  • CAS Speciality (trisiloxane)
  • 1–2 cSt at 25°C
  • 100% active

Technical Specifications

Appearance Clear, colorless liquid
Viscosity 1–2 cSt at 25°C
Refractive Index 1.3960
Active Content 100%
Boiling Point 197°C
Flash Point 54°C
INCI Name Propyl Trisiloxane
CAS Number Speciality (trisiloxane)
Recommended Dosage 1.0–5.0%
Incorporation Phase Oil/silicone phase
Shelf Life 36 months
Packaging 170 kg drums, 16 kg carboys

Benefits

  • Excellent wetting and super spreading
  • Enhances penetration of actives
  • Boosts SPF of sunscreens
  • Enhances perfume retentivity
  • Non-greasy, lightweight, velvety feel
  • Excellent color dispersant
  • Reduces heat damage during hair ironing

Applications

How to Use

Recommended Dosage
1.0–5.0%
Incorporation Phase
Oil/silicone phase
Shelf Life
36 months from manufacture
Packaging
170 kg drums, 16 kg carboys

Non-cyclic D5 alternative. Manufacturer-tested volatility profile available alongside D5 comparison data.

Documentation

  • Technical Data Sheet
    Full specifications, test methods, and application guidance
    Download TDS
  • Safety Data Sheet (SDS)
    GHS 16-section format · English · PDF
    Download SDS
  • REACH Compliance Statement
    For EU and UK shipments · Available on request
    Request REACH
  • SVHC Declaration
    Compliant — see SVHC declaration · Available on request
    Request SVHC
  • Certificate of Analysis
    Per-batch CoA · Issued with every shipment
    Request CoA
  • ISO 9001:2015 Certificate
    Nishka Alliance quality management certification
    View Certificate

Compliance Profile

  • ISO 9001:2015
    Quality Management Certified
  • REACH Ready
    EU/UK compliance documentation available
  • Vegan
    No animal-derived raw materials
  • Not Animal Tested
    Non-animal testing policy
  • EC 1223/2009
    EU Cosmetics Regulation compliant

Sustainability Profile

Country of Manufacture India (Vapi, Gujarat)
Packaging Recyclable
SVHC Status Compliant — see SVHC declaration
REACH Registered Yes
Vegan Yes
Animal Testing Not tested on animals
Biodegradability Not classified as readily biodegradable (typical of silicone chemistry)

Next Step

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