IOTA 9930 Amodimethicone is an advanced, amino-functionalized polydimethylsiloxane specifically engineered to deliver exceptional conditioning benefits across a range of personal care formulations. Its unique modification translates into superior sensory properties and versatile performance.

Unmatched Sensory Benefits & Performance
This active amino silicone is prized for imparting a super soft and silky smooth feel to hair and skin. It significantly enhances combing ability, making it a cornerstone ingredient in hair care products. Beyond feel, IOTA 9930 offers an excellent conditioning effect, particularly valuable in skin care applications where smoothness and manageability are desired. A key technological advantage is its ability to cross-link at room temperature, forming an elastic, protective film on the hair or skin surface.

Technical Profile & Handling
Presented as a colorless to yellowish, transparent to translucent fluid, IOTA 9930 exhibits the following key technical specifications:

• Refractive Index (25°C): 1.4000 - 1.4150

• Specific Gravity (25°C): 0.960 - 0.990

• Viscosity (25°C): 2500 - 6000 cst

IOTA 9930 demonstrates good stickiness, contributing to its film-forming and conditioning efficacy. It is well compatible with mineral oils and easy to emulsify using standard nonionic surfactants. Formulators can achieve fine micro-emulsions by utilizing acetic acid as an aid during the emulsification process.

Broad Applications & Ideal Uses
This amodimethicone variant is an ideal additive for diverse personal care products, including:

• Shampoos: Especially valued in transparent shampoo formulations for clear conditioning.

• Hair Care Components: Core conditioning agent in conditioners, treatments, and masks.

• Hair Creams & Marcel Aids: Provides slip, manageability, and protection during styling.

• Lipstick: Contributes to a smooth, luxurious feel on the lips.

• Hair Coloring & Marceling Systems: Offers unique functionality in these specific applications.

Effective Usage Recommendations
For optimal results:

1. In Hair Coloring/Marceling: Incorporate IOTA 9930 into products designed for coloring or marceling hair. It can partially replace ammonia or amine compounds, helping to protect hair from physical and chemical damage inherent in these processes.

2. In Standard Hair Care: Melt the oil phase of your formulation. Slowly add IOTA 9930 at approximately 50°C (122°F), ensuring thorough and complete stirring for homogeneous dispersion.

3. Usage Level: The recommended dosage for effective conditioning is typically 0.1% to 0.2%.

In summary, IOTA 9930 Amodimethicone combines superior sensory attributes (ultra-softness, silkiness, ease of combing) with practical formulation benefits (ease of emulsification, mineral oil compatibility, room-temperature film formation). Its versatility across shampoos, conditioners, styling aids, color products, and even skin care makes it an indispensable conditioning agent for high-performance personal care formulations seeking that luxurious, silky-smooth finish.