Product Overview
Poly Suga Mulse D9 is a naturally derived, sugar-based emulsifier and fragrance solubilizer with the INCI name Sorbitan Oleate Decylglucoside Crosspolymer. Developed by Colonial Chemical through a patent pending process, it is produced from renewable raw materials including sugar, corn, and vegetable oil, giving formulators a nonionic alternative to ethoxylated solubilizers such as PEG 40 hydrogenated castor oil and standard polysorbates. Its CAS number is 1443994 56 6, and it carries an HLB range of 12 to 14, placing it firmly in the oil in water emulsification and fragrance solubilization category.
EZ Elements supplies Poly Suga Mulse D9 to Canadian fragrance houses, cosmetic manufacturers, and formulators building clear or lightly hazy water-based products that need to carry fragrance oils, essential oils, or other lipophilic ingredients without ethylene oxide, 1,4 dioxane, or PEG in the finished formula. It is PEG free, EO free, and 1,4 Dioxane free, freely soluble or dispersible in water, and soluble in varying degrees in organic liquids, making it easy to incorporate into both cold and hot process systems.
Why It Is Transforming Modern Fragrance Formulations
As fragrance and personal care brands move away from ethoxylated ingredients, Poly Suga Mulse D9 has become a go to replacement for the solubilizers that formulators have relied on for decades. Its performance profile explains why.
- A natural, sugar-based alternative to ethoxylated solubilizers. It replaces materials like Polysorbate 20 and PEG 40 hydrogenated castor oil in fragrance sprays and body mist systems, without the ethylene oxide processing residues some brands and regulators are now moving to avoid.
- Enables clear, stable formulations. With an HLB of 12 to 14, it is well suited to clear or lightly hazy water-based sprays, perfumed waters, and light lotions, keeping fragrance oils and essential oils evenly dispersed rather than separating or clouding on the shelf.
- Broad system compatibility. It works alongside nonionic, cationic, and anionic surfactants and remains stable across a wide pH range, in relatively high electrolyte systems, and even in hydrogen peroxide, giving formulators flexibility across many product types.
- Cold or hot process friendly. It can be incorporated at either processing temperature, simplifying manufacturing for small batch and large-scale production runs alike.
- Naturally derived, sustainability minded positioning. With ECOCERT approval and USDA BioPreferred certification, it supports the kind of naturally sourced, low impact label claims that matter to today’s ingredient conscious fragrance and personal care consumer.
Key Features & Benefits
- Made from 100% biobased raw materials, including sugar, corn, and vegetable oil derived fatty esters, through a patent pending process.
- Nonionic surfactant classification, effective at an HLB of 12 to 14, ideal for oil in water emulsification and fragrance solubilization.
- PEG free, ethylene oxide free, and 1,4 Dioxane free, addressing formulator and consumer concerns around ethoxylated ingredient residues.
- Readily biodegradable under OECD 301 test methods, supporting environmentally responsible formulation.
- Compatible with nonionic, cationic, and anionic surfactant systems, and stable in relatively high electrolyte, acid, or base conditions.
- Minimal impact on color and odor in the finished formulation, preserving the integrity of delicate fragrance blends.
- Dermatologically tested with no visible skin reaction across 53 test subjects in occlusive patch testing, and rated practically non irritating in ocular testing.
Applications
Poly Suga Mulse D9 is used across formulation categories served by EZ Elements, anchored by personal care and fragrance applications as its primary use.
- Perfumed waters, body mists, and linen sprays, where it solubilizes fragrance oils and essential oils into a clear or lightly hazy aqueous base without the cloudiness or separation common to underdosed systems
- Skincare serums, facial mists, and toners, where it disperses botanical oils evenly while remaining gentle enough for leave on formulations
- Shampoos, conditioners, and hair styling gels, where it helps carry fragrance and conditioning oils through rinse off and leave on hair care systems
- Body washes and liquid soaps, contributing to consistent scent delivery and clarity in surfactant-based cleansing formulations
- Deodorants and after shave preparations, where it solubilizes fragrance and functional oils in alcohol or water-based bases
- Lotions and creams, where it functions as a co emulsifier alongside primary emulsifiers to refine texture and stability
- Household cleaners and surface sprays, where it disperses fragrance oils evenly through water-based cleaning formulas
- Wipes and pre moistened cleaning cloths, where it maintains consistent scent and helps active ingredients stay evenly distributed across the saturation solution
- Naturally positioned, fragrance forward cleaning lines looking to move away from ethoxylated surfactants and solubilizers
Technical Specifications
| Property | Specification |
| INCI Name | Sorbitan Oleate Decylglucoside Crosspolymer |
| CAS No. | 1443994 56 6 |
| Chemical Family | Sorbitan ester, sugar based nonionic surfactant |
| Appearance | Light colored liquid, maximum Gardner color 4 |
| Solids Content | 65% to 68% |
| pH (10% solution) | 6.0 to 8.0 |
| HLB Range | 12 to 14 |
| Sodium Chloride | Minimum 6.5% |
| Solubility | Freely soluble or dispersible in water; soluble in varying degrees in organic liquids |
| Recommended Use Level | Rinse off products 2% to 8%; leave on products 1% to 3% |
| Processing | Cold or hot process compatible; stable in hydrogen peroxide |
| Biodegradability | Readily biodegradable per OECD 301 test methods |
| Regulatory Status | TSCA (US), NDSL (Canada), REACH polymer exempt (EU), AICIS (Australia); ECOCERT approved raw material; USDA BioPreferred certified; NPA certified; conforms to NSF/ANSI 305 |
Why Choose EZ Elements as Your Supplier
EZ Elements supplies Poly Suga Mulse D9 with consistent HLB and solids specifications and complete documentation, supporting fragrance houses, cosmetic brands, and cleaning product manufacturers across Canada.
- Full documentation including Technical Data Sheet (TDS), Certificate of Analysis (COA), and Safety Data Sheet (SDS)
- Consistent HLB, solids content, and pH specification for reliable performance across fragrance, personal care, and household applications
- Bulk supply with transparent, competitive pricing across all available pack sizes
- Technical support on cold and hot process fragrance solubilization, emulsion system design, and formulation troubleshooting
Safety & Storage Guidelines
- Store in a cool, dry place between 50°F and 77°F (10°C to 25°C), away from direct light and moisture.
- Keep containers tightly sealed between uses to prevent contamination and maintain consistent viscosity and solids content.
- Compatible with cold or hot processing; when hot processing, avoid prolonged exposure to excessive heat beyond recommended formulation temperatures to protect fragrance integrity.
- Conduct compatibility and stability testing when combining with new surfactant systems, especially in high electrolyte or extreme pH formulations.
Complete handling, first aid, and disposal instructions are provided in the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) available from EZ Elements upon request.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: What is Poly Suga Mulse D9 used for in fragrance formulations?
Poly Suga Mulse D9 is used to solubilize fragrance oils and essential oils into water based and water and alcohol-based systems, allowing formulators to build clear or lightly hazy perfumed waters, body mists, room sprays, and other fragrance forward products without the fragrance oil separating out or clouding the final product.
Q2: How is Poly Suga Mulse D9 different from Polysorbate 20 as a fragrance solubilizer?
Both materials are nonionic solubilizers used to disperse fragrance and oils into water. Polysorbate 20 is produced through ethoxylation, a process that can leave trace 1,4 dioxane in the finished ingredient. Poly Suga Mulse D9 achieves comparable or better solubilizing performance through a sugar and vegetable oil-based process, with no ethylene oxide step, making it the preferred option for brands positioning around naturally derived, PEG free formulations.
Q3: What does the HLB range of 12 to 14 mean for formulators?
HLB, or hydrophilic lipophilic balance, describes how water loving or oil loving a surfactant is. An HLB of 12 to 14 places Poly Suga Mulse D9 in the range best suited to oil in water emulsification and to solubilizing smaller amounts of oil into a predominantly water-based system, which is exactly the profile fragrance solubilization calls for.
Q4: Can Poly Suga Mulse D9 be used in cold process formulations?
Yes. It can be added during either the hot or cold phase of a formulation, giving manufacturers flexibility to incorporate it into cold process sprays and mists as well as heat processed lotions and creams, without changing its solubilizing performance.
Q5: Is Poly Suga Mulse D9 suitable for natural and clean beauty formulations?
Yes. It is naturally derived from sugar, corn, and vegetable oil, PEG free, ethylene oxide free, and 1,4 Dioxane free, and is readily biodegradable. It carries ECOCERT approval and USDA BioPreferred certification, supporting clean label and naturally positioned personal care and fragrance formulations.
Q6: Where can I buy Poly Suga Mulse D9 in bulk in Canada?
Poly Suga Mulse D9 is available for bulk purchase directly from EZ Elements, with supply options for fragrance houses, cosmetic brands, and household product manufacturers across Canada. Contact our team for current pricing, documentation, and product samples.
Related Ingredients
The following EZ Elements ingredients are commonly used alongside or as complements to Poly Suga Mulse D9 in fragrance and personal care formulations:
- Polysorbate 20 A widely used nonionic emulsifier and solubilizer that formulators often compare against or blend alongside Poly Suga Mulse D9 when balancing performance, cost, and naturally derived label claims across fragrance and personal care systems.
- DiPropylene Glycol (DiPG) A high purity, low odor solvent and fragrance carrier frequently paired with Poly Suga Mulse D9, diluting concentrated fragrance oils before they are solubilized into the water phase of a formulation.
- Isopropyl Myristate (IPM) A lightweight emollient ester often included in emulsified fragrance and personal care systems to improve spread ability and absorption alongside a Poly Suga Mulse D9 based solubilizing system.
Order or Enquire
Looking to buy Poly Suga Mulse D9 in bulk? Contact EZ Elements for current pricing, full product documentation, and supply options across fragrance, personal care, and household cleaning applications. We supply brands, manufacturers, and formulators across Canada. Reach out today to request a sample, Technical Data Sheet, or a bulk pricing quote for your next project.
