Hinokitiol is a naturally-derived extract from certain evergreen trees that prevents bacterial and fungal formation in cosmetic formulations. This all-natural product has a pleasant evergreen odor and improves the shelf life of cosmetics especially after the initial opening of the product & use by consumers.
Hinokitiol has shown very strong preservative properties even in small concentrations as compared to sorbic acid and other common cosmetic preservatives.
β-Thujaplicin
Hinokitiol
PROPERTIES
- Molecular weight 164.21
- Melting point 50~52C
- Boiling point 140C/10torr
Example of inhibitory properties:
- Kinds of Fungi MIC (ppm) Hinokitiol Sorbic Acid
- Colon Bacillus 20 2000
- Black Mold 50 1000
CHEMICAL STRUCTURE