Gentle Toothpaste
No. 4048
This sulfate-free toothpaste features Suga®Nate 160NC for cleansing with exceptionally low irritation potential and neutral flavor profile. With its exceptionally low irritation potential, supported by results using in-vitro gingival and mucosal models, Suga®Nate 160NC is the ideal choice for next-generation toothpastes and other oral care products.
Formulation
| Order | INCI Name | Trade Name | Percent | Function |
| 1 | Water | Water | 13.10 | Diluent |
| 2 | Sorbitol | Sorbitol 70% | 25.00 | Humectant |
| 3 | Magnesium Aluminum Silicate | Veegum® D 1 | 1.50 | Thickener |
| 4 | Glycerin | Glycerin | 10.00 | Humectant |
| 5 | Sodium Carboxymethylcellulose | Aqualon™ CMC-7MF 2 | 1.00 | Thickener |
| 6 | Calcium Carbonate | Calcium Carbonate USP31 Powder 3 | 44.00 | Abrasive |
| 7 | Flavor | Nat. Mint Extract 4 | 1.00 | Flavor |
| 8 | Sodium Saccharine | Sodium Saccharine 5 | 0.20 | Sweetener |
| 9 | Sodium Benzoate | Sodium Benzoate | 0.20 | Preservative |
| 10 | Sodium Laurylglucosides Hydroxypropylsulfonate | Suga®Nate 160NC | 4.00 | Surfactant |
Procedure
- Combine ingredients 1 – 3 and mix until uniform.
- In a separate vessel, combine ingredients 4 – 5 as a premix. Add the premix to the primary vessel and mix for 30 minute or until completely hydrated.
- Slowly add ingredient 6 and continue mixing until well dispersed.
- Add ingredients 7 – 10. Continue mixing until uniform.
Properties
Appearance Opaque, white paste
pH (10%) 7.5 – 8.0
Viscosity (T-F, 1.5 rpm) > 600,000 cP
Suppliers
1Vanderbilt Minerals, 2Ashland, 3Vivion, 4Flavorchem, 5Jan Dekker
This formulation is intended for use as a generic starting formula and may be modified as needed. This formulation is for developmental use only. Not intended for resale.