

Biodefend DUSP
INCI: Diazolidinyl Urea, Aqua, Sodium Benzoate, Potassium Sorbate
Category: Preservative
Trade name: Biodefend DUSP
CAS number: 78491-02-8, 7732-18-5, 532-32-1, 24634-61-5
1. Description
- Biodefend DUSP is a liquid cosmetic preservative and suitable for leave-on and rinse-off applications. Product benefits include a broad, balanced spectrum of efficacy, good vapor phase activity, and reduced discoloration of organic acids.
- Biodefend DUSP has a broad, balanced spectrum of effects against bacteria, yeasts, and mould fungi.
- Biodefend DUSP is fully effective in anionic as well as cationic and non-ionic systems. High pH values (> pH 7.5) should be avoided. Acidic pH values have no negative influence on the effectiveness.
2. Composition
INCI Name | CAS No |
Diazolidinyl Urea |
78491-02-8 |
Aqua |
7732-18-5 |
Sodium Benzoate |
532-32-1 |
Potassium Sorbate |
24634-61-5 |
3. Characteristics
Specifications |
Typical value for guidance |
Appearance |
Clear slightly yellowish Liquid |
Odor |
Mild characteristic odor |
Diazolidinyl Urea (%) |
Min.30 |
pH (10% solution) |
6.5 – 8.0 |
Solubility |
In water |
4. Example of use
- Benefit
- Highest preservation activity against bacteria and fungi.
- Easy to use.
- Highly soluble in water.
- It depends on the pH value. The efficiency is increased by reducing the pH value.
- pH effect 3.5 - 6.0.
- Function: Preservative.
Dosage:
Leave-on/Rinse off: 1 - 2%
- Application
- Hair care: shampoos, conditioners, gels, mousse. Body & face care: lotions, creams.
- Sun products: sunscreens.
- Bath products: shower gels.
5. Packing and storge
- The product should be stored in tightly closed original containers at temperatures below 25°C, protected from direct light.
- At these conditions, its guaranteed shelf-life is 2 years from the manufacturing date.