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Product and market information for our business partners NOVATION® 8300 and 8600, PRECISA® CRISP 38, UNI-PURE® IMF 8561
Ingredion launches new rice-based NOVATION® starches for superior texture stability in foods Ingredion is extending its broad portfolio of clean label ingredients to 30 products with the launch of two multifunctional starches.
Dear business partners, Welcome to the last edition of tradetrends for the year 2016, in which we have two special features: to begin with, this is the first issue that will also be published in English as a PDF. In this way, we aim to acknowledge the growth trajectory and associated internationalization of The NRC Group. You are welcome to access this issue with the help of your contact partner, or by visiting the Infocenter on our homepage. The current issue also contains a large Special Events section that details many of the new products specific to the K trade fair, taking place in mid-October. In The NRC Group, we have viewed not only this summer’s past European football tournament through the lens of “Partnership Wins
Derived from rice, NOVATION 8300 and NOVATION 8600 starches enable manufacturers to develop on-trend, consumer-winning recipes with indulgent textures and a consumer preferred simple ‘rice starch’ label on the ingredients list. With a naturally small granule size, rice starch delivers a rich and creamy texture in products such as yoghurts, soups and sauces.
Championships”; in our day-to-day business, too, we also trust in long-term and high-quality partnerships. They are the basis of our success, and the reason we are especially pleased to celebrate the 30-year partnership we’ve shared with Notedome, our 25 years of cooperation with SNCZ and the platinum “Distributor of the Year
The two new starches combine
2015” award we received from Wacker, also one
moderate to high process tolerance
of our long-standing partners.
with excellent texture stability and perform well even in the most de-
Together with Ingredion, a supplier that has long
manding processing conditions in-
provided us with chemicals for the food and
cluding high brix and high protein
health care markets, we have recently been able
applications. NOVATION 8300 and
to expand our business to include the cosmetics
NOVATION 8600 waxy rice starches
field as well. This opens up a significantly larger
are ideal for fruit preparations and
range of opportunities for The NRC Group.
dairy desserts as well as soups, sauces and ready meals in frozen,
We wish you all a glorious autumn!
refrigerated or ambient storage.
same texture stability, manufacturers can make significant cost savings, improve supply flexibility and take advantage of opportunities for higher sales in peak seasons. Ingredion’s NOVATION 8300 and NOVATION 8600 starches have already been successfully introduced across the US and APAC regions, and are now available in Europe.
Also new: Ingredion’s PRECISA® CRISP 38 is an instant waxy maize starch that provides a light and crispy texture to baked sheet snacks such as crackers. Labeled as “maize starch”, the clean label product allows snack manufacturers to design the texture of their snacks to meet consumer preferences. This product will be presented in detail in the next issue of tradetrends (1/17).
Kind regards,
Managing Directors of Nordmann, Rassmann GmbH
existing portfolio of corn, waxy corn, tapioca and potato based functional native clean label starches. With over 20 years of formulation experience using a wide range of clean label ingredients, Ingredion’s team of culinologists and technical experts can guide manufacturers through the development process and get to market quicker. From recipe reformulations to
The superior texture stability of our new NOVATION 8300 and
right balance of skills and food loving culture to ensure the
NOVATION 8600 starches allow manufacturers to produce
end product meets the high standards consumers have come
even larger batch sizes because the final product will keep
to expect.
a stable texture for longer. By producing larger batch sizes and reducing wastage from products that do not offer the
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COATINGS & CONSTRUCTION
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ELASTOMERS & ADDITIVES
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QUALITY MANAGEMENT
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PLASTICS & ADDITIVES
products complement Ingredion’s
processing advice, Ingredion has the
Dr. Gerd Bergmann & Irina Zschaler
THE NRC GROUP
The two new rice-based NOVATION
9–10 -SPECIAL
Distributed in Germany
Expanding sales activities Ingredion too is now active in the field of personal care. Together with its partner, The NRC Group, the company distributes its ingredients for personal care products in Germany, Austria, the Czech Republic and Poland. Health care additives continue to be distributed in Germany and Poland.
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UNI-PURE®-starches
TOCOBIOL® Clean Label
Functional carriers from natural polymers: UNI-PURE® starches for pharmaceuticals
A natural antioxidant to increase shelf-life
Ingredion has developed multifunctional carriers that comply with local pharmaceuticals legislation and can therefore be used worldwide. The NRC Group sells its products in Germany and Poland.
In addition to products for the cosmetics and pharmaceuticals divisions, The NRC Group’s portfolio also contains food additives from BTSA. One particular highlight is the vegetable oil extract TOCOBIOL® Clean Label, a new natural antioxidant that is extremely versatile.
Starches and starch derivatives are popular excipients for the manu facture of solid peroral dosage products such as tablets, capsules or sachets. For this reason, Ingredion has developed multifunctional carriers that comply with local pharmaceuticals legislation and can therefore be used worldwide. The ultrapure, native and pregelatinized starches of the UNI-PURE® range work well as binding agents in the production of tablets and granulates and can also be utilized as fillers, disintegrants and glidants.
TOCOBIOL® Clean Label is a tocopherol-based natural antioxidant that is obtained from distillates of deodorized vegetable oil (non-GMO). It was developed by BTSA to meet the industry demand for clean label ingredients. TOCOBIOL® Clean Label is an outstanding product to protect food and nutritional supplements, preserve their active ingredients and increase shelf stability. It has absolutely no effect on the color or smell of final products.
UNI-PURE® starches are very well compatible with most active substances, while at the same time demonstrating excellent compressibility and good flow properties. The wide array of multifunctional starch excipients that Ingredion offers is also suitable for use in nutritional supplements. Distribution in Germany and Poland.
Fillers for tablets and capsules / tablet disintegrates UNI-PURE® F
extra white, free-flowing cornstarch
UNI-PURE® FL
extra white, free-flowing cornstarch (low-moisture)
MAIZE STARCH BP
cornstarch
Binders for tablets / tablet disintegrates – Wet granulation UNI-PURE® WG 220
fully pregelatinized starch, cold-water-soluble
NATIONALTM 78-1551
fully pregelatinized starch, cold-water-soluble
Wet and dry granulation UNI-PURE® DW
pregelatinized starch (from cornstarch), cold-water-soluble
UNI-PURE® DWL
pregelatinized starch (from cornstarch), low-moisture, cold-water-soluble
Overview of common starch types.
FLAV-ANTAGE, Meat Ripening, Meat Surface, VELV-TOP
NRC Group & Lallemand: brand-new partners for already established products The partnership between The NRC Group and Lallemand has been made official: the world’s leading supplier of yeast and bacteria is looking to further expand its standing in the cultures business. For this reason, it has decided to partner with quality distributor The NRC Group. The Canadian company Lallemand has further expanded its specialty cultures division by acquiring the surface and ripening cultures business of DSM Food Specialties. Since May 2016, the former DSM division has been firmly integrated in Lallemand’s company structure. The new range comprises surface and ripening strains from molds, yeast and bacteria for soft cheese and fermented meats, as well as more than a total of 100 commercial products, e.g. VELV-TOP, FLAV-ANTAGE or Meat Ripening and
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Its high antioxidant power is the result of the synergy between its active ingredients (tocopherol, squalene and sterols), all of which are naturally present in the product. By blocking free radicals, TOCOBIOL® Clean Label protects fats and oils against oxidative rancidity. The clean label product has many applications that include meat products, snacks and cereals, chocolate, seasonings, soups and sauces as well as baby food. TOCOBIOL® Clean Label is available as a water-dispersible powder or as oil-soluble liquid, both based on either IP-soybean or sunflower. Distributed in Germany.
Meat Surface. The NRC Group is incorporating these into its broad portfolio and will be in charge of distribution in Germany, Austria and Switzerland. Lallemand Specialty Cultures (LSC) develops and produces specialty cultures for food applications and supports the bacteria production plants of the Lallemand Group with both product development and process optimization. LSC already maintains its own bacteria production facility in Saint Simon, France, and the French DSM plant in La Ferté-sous-Jouarre now belongs to Lallemand as well, following the DSM specialty cultures acquisition. LSC has extensive plans to improve technology there, in addition to planning larger investments for research and development. Through its company structure and experience in the fermentation field, the Canadian company guarantees the efficient transfer of business, smooth and reliable delivery and the best possible customer service. Distributed in Germany, Austria and Switzerland.
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BeauPlex® VH, STAY-C® 50, RADIANCE CR, NIACINAMIDE PC
NRC’s HI&I seminar: a successful premiere Nordmann, Rassmann GmbH conducted an HI&I seminar for the first time on 1 June. Held at the InterCity Hotel in Frankfurt am Main, distribution specialists and suppliers came together to outline practical tips concerning materials and their use in the household, industrial and institutional fields (HI&I). The events and seminars hosted by Nordmann, Rassmann GmbH are always met with enthusiasm by customers and suppliers alike. The expert lectures give participants new inspiration for their work while also providing information about innovations and opportunities with suppliers. This was also true of the HI&I seminar, at which the Hamburg-based distributor was supported by several of its most important suppliers in these industries.
After a brief round of introductions, Elementis opened the event with a presentation explaining how to improve rheology with raw materials from their company portfolio. Stepan, another supplier, followed with a talk entitled ‟Biocides: Stepan frame formulations as a solution for customers to go stress-free through BPR disinfecting hard surface cleaners for PT 2+4”, in which frame formulations for disinfectant cleaners were discussed. Next, representatives from AB Enzymes spoke about the role of enzymes and how they can have a positive impact on the effectiveness of cleansing agents. In the panel that followed, TechnicoFlor presented a selection of perfumes and fragrances for HI&I applications and sketched out the trends and challenges found within this market. The Nordmann, Rassmann staff gave a concluding talk about hybrid formulations with respect to the current market demands on these particular products. Overall, the first edition of the HI&I seminar was very well received in Frankfurt. ”The feedback given at the end of the seminar was entirely positive. Above all, participants commended the professional expertise of the presenters as well as the current relevance of the topics,” remarked Sandra Iris Spiegelberger, Business Manager of Personal Care and HI&I at Nordmann, Rassmann GmbH. ”This will definitely not be the last event of its kind.”
Revealing the power of vitamins for cosmetics According to a recent study, German women in particular look first and foremost at vitamin content when purchasing cosmetics. DSM, partner to The NRC Group, supplies a broad selection of additives suitable for the personal care sector. In Germany, vitamin content represents the most crucial selling point in cosmetics. This finding comes as a result of the latest survey from Mintel, the world’s leading market intelligence agency. According to their research, 50% of respondents indicated that a product’s listed vitamin content was the driving factor behind a positive purchase decision. Following that, Q10 (37%) and hyaluronic acid (35%) content were also important. That vitamins are used at all in the production of cosmetics is due to the pioneering work of DSM in the fields of science and application. For the skin, sun and hair care markets as well as many other industries, the company provides standard vitamins as well as specialties. The advantage of these additives is clear: vitamin A alone (available as a palmitate in 1.0 million IU/g and 1.7 million IU/g) counteracts premature skin aging to leave skin feeling fresh and pleasant.
a low level of nicotinic acid that prevents any unpleasant skin sensations. STAY-C® 50 is also a nutrient of many talents and works extremely well to combat nearly every skin care issue – from acne to UV-induced damage. In Japan, STAY-C® 50 is even an approved quasi-drug active ingredient for whitening products. The powerful vitamin demonstrates synergistic antioxidant effects when combined with vitamin E and its derivatives. In addition to the individual vitamin additives that are available, The NRC Group also has two of DSM’s vitamin blends in its portfolio: BeauPlex® VH and RADIANCE CR. Consisting of vitamins B3, B5, B6, C and E, BeauPlex® VH has notable protective effects and is suitable for use in skin as well as hair care products. The patented RADIANCE CR vitamin blend, however, is a combination of vitamin C (STAY-C® 50) and biotin. Studies show that its use reduces the appearance of age spots and wrinkles.
DSM’s vitamin B3 (Niacinamide PC) is a true jack of all trades: it can be used to treat dry and sensitive skin and it also produces a positive effect on acne. Its skin-lightening effects also help with the removal of unwanted pigmentation spots and balancing uneven skin tones. Last but not least, studies show outstanding anti-wrinkle effects. With Niacinamide PC, DSM offers a unique product which has
Vitamins are real all-rounders – and not only German women know to appreciate that. Want to learn more? Contact The NRC Group for further information and comprehensive advice concerning potential applications. Vitamin
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Distributed in Germany, Bulgaria, the Czech Republic, Hungary, Macedonia, the Netherlands, Poland, Romania, Serbia and Slovakia.
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NEW FROM OUR L A B O R AT O R Y
Color Protection Cream
Ondina X
Long-lasting color protection
Focus on MOAH-free cosmetics
A new formulation has made long-lasting color protection possible: The NRC Group’s experts have developed a promising new combination of ingredients that significantly prolongs color retention in artificially colored hair. More and more people dye their hair on a regular basis. What ever color selected – rich choco late brown, deep cherry or ruby red, or perhaps a coppery tone instead – hair dyes are available in a wide array of hues and price categories. But one thing they should all do is allow the hair to shine in the chosen shade for as long as possible. The NRC Group’s team of experts took up this issue and successfully developed a formulation to preserve hair color intensity.
bination of conventional and innovative new ingredients. Silsoft™ Q PMF silicone is used to ensure the desired protection of color while helping to add volume and produce a soft feel on both wet and dry hair. Multifunctional vitamins panthenol and phytantriol are fused with omega-6 fatty acids extracted from red tomato seed oil to provide further support. This particular combination cares for and protects hair, above all preserving the intensity of the chosen color.
As the name suggests, our “Color Protection Cream” sample formulation is a rinse-off hair conditioner that supports long-lasting, deep coloration of the hair – all with a light, creamy texture. The secret of this formulation? The com-
Hair color remaining after 20 washes: pre-treated hair
Hair color remaining after 20 washes: silicone in the color application
Hair color remaining after 20 washes with silicone shampoo
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Cetearyl Alcohol
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Crambe Abyssinica Seed Oil (and) Stearalkonium Hectorite (and) Propylene Carbonate
Bentone® Gel ABO V
NRC (Elementis)
1.00
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Solanum Lycopersicum (Tomato) Seed Oil
Virgin Tomato Seed Oil
NRC (Sophim)
1.00
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Phenyl Trimethicone
SF 1550
NRC (Momentive)
0.50
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Water (and) Silicone Quaternium-18 (and) Trideceth-6 (and) Trideceth-12
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NRC (Momentive)
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Tri C12-13 Alkyl Citrate
Cosmacol® ECI
NRC (Sasol)
2.00
Neopentyl Glycol Diethylhexanoate
Schercemol™ NGDO
NRC (Lubrizol)
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Dem. Water
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Potassium Cetyl Phosphate
Amphisol® K
NRC (DSM)
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euxyl® PE 9010
Schülke & Mayr
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All the information contained herein, as well as the technical advice, has been based on practical experience and thorough examinations. However, it represents nonbinding recommendations only. We therefore strongly recommend that users should carry out their own tests before putting cosmetic formulations to their intended use. This applies in particular to sample formulations, which are merely intended as a starting point for developing own applications and for which we therefore extend no warranty. The sole responsibility for assessing whether conflicting property rights of third parties (e.g. patents) exist in any of the countries concerned lies with the user; in this regard, too, we do not extend any warranty for sample formulations or sub-formulations. The sale of our products is governed by our General Terms & Conditions.
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Conventionally-produced, crude oil-based medical white oils are commonly used as alternatives to vegetable oils in the cosmetics industry, as they approximate the same properties as their natural counterparts while generally being less likely to cause allergic reactions. However, these oils contain aromatic hydrocarbons, or MOAH (mineral oil aromatic hydrocarbons) for short.
Silsoft™ Q PMF was tested by a leading silicone manufacturer, Momentive, regarding its ability to preserve color. The result? The silicone provides outstanding color protection before, during and after the dyeing process.
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In cosmetics, medical white oils leave the skin feeling soft and smooth, making them a popular ingredient in applications such as lip care products. Conventional oils based on crude oil, on the other hand, contain MOAH compounds which are suspected to cause cancer. Shell, partner to The NRC Group, now pro vides the cosmetics industry with an innovative alternative: its Ondina X range.
By contrast, the innovative range of Ondina X white oils is produced from natural gas using gas to liquids (GTL) technology. For this reason, Ondina X offers a solution to the MOAH issue and is already being used in a variety of different cosmetic products such as massage and baby oils, moisturizers or lip care products. Ondina X 415 and 420 have been tested for MOAH content and showed values below the limit of detection set by the Kirchhoff Institute at 10 mg per kilogram. In comparison, an in-house study conducted by Shell showed that conventional medical white oils made from crude oil contain between 100 and 800 mg per kilogram of MOAH. Another advantage of Ondina X 415 and 420 is their new INCI name; on packaging, both products are labeled as C18-C50 Iso-Paraffin. Unlike Paraffinum Liquidum (INCI), which is normally the term for medical white oils, C18-C50 Iso-Paraffin is still unfamiliar to consumers and therefore does not cause a negative response. For those companies that do not wish to change the design of their packaging, however, Shell can provide Ondina X 432 with the customary INCI name. This meets the extremely strict purity requirements of the cosmetics and pharmaceutical industry as well as the guidelines set by Cosmetics Europe (formerly “COLIPA”) in their 14th recommendation entitled “Mineral Hydrocarbons in Oral and Lip Care”. Ondina X 432’s MOAH content amounts to an approximate 60 mg per kilogram, which is significantly lower than that of conventional white oils. Distributed in Germany, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Norway, Poland and Sweden.
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Lipex L‘sens™
“For every body“: the right skin care for any age As part of the new “Silky Skin from Top to Toe“ campaign, AAK is offering personal care products for every day, every age and every skin type. The NRC Group is distributing AAK’s portfolio in Europe. The issue of skin moisturization is still an incredibly popular one with consumers – and many cosmetics suppliers respond accordingly. According to a study by market research agency Mintel, 3,661 products were brought onto the market within a period of merely six months – and over 70% of these were creams declared to have ”moisturizing“ effects. AAK has now picked up on this trend and initiated a major campaign to introduce ingredients for “silky skin from top to toe“. Their natural oils and emollients – used in creams, lotions and balms – supply the skin with plenty of moisture.
Lipex L‘sens™ can be used in products for consumers of any age, with e.g. creams and lotions for the target group of the so-called “over 50s” – which represents the fastest growing market segment – providing an additional smoothing effect on the skin. It’s true: Lipex L‘sens™ is “for every body“.
which to create formulations for personal care products, leaving a delicate and luxuriously smooth film on the skin while also stabilizing the texture of the finished product. The highly pure ingredient is readily biodegradable and environmentally non-toxic, and combining Lipex L‘sens™ with other natural emollients and emulsifiers is also simple. Lipex L‘sens™ was proven to improve the skin barrier in an in vivo study, with results showing the optimum concentration of the emollient to be around 6%.
A special product highlight is the plant-based Lipex L‘sens™ (INCI: Soybean Glycerides (and) Butyrospermum Parkii Butter Unsaponifiables), which contains 5-7% unsaponifiables from shea butter. It is an excellent emollient with Distributed in Germany, Austria, the Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Latvia, Lithuania, Norway, Poland, Sweden and Switzerland.
BIOMEGA-TECH® ALGAE C, BIOXAN® E, BIOXAN® T, ECOFLAX® C, TOCOBIOL® C
trations, as well as in ester form for greater stability (see table below).
Antioxidants? Naturally! BTSA, a longstanding partner to The NRC Group, is a globally operating manufacturing company located in Spain that specializes in the development and production of natural antioxidants, natural vitamin E and natural omega-3 fatty acids. With over 20 years of experience and acquired expertise, BTSA Europe is a leading manufacturer and supplier of natural antioxidants, vitamin E and omega-3 fatty acids. BTSA‘s products are used in food and cosmetics, as well as the pharmaceutical field. The company’s products are all completely free of GMO and allergens, are not tested on animals and have also been awarded multiple certifications, e.g. by ECOCERT and COSMOS. BTSA offers natural antioxidants under the trademarks TOCOBIOL® and BIOXAN®, both of which stabilize/extend the shelf-life of formulations. The reason for having two different product names is because there are two different bases:
SOYBEAN/ SUNFLOWER DDO
a-Tocopherol b-Tocopherol g-Tocopherol d-Tocopherol Phytosterols Squalene
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TOCOBIOL®
BIOXAN® T
BIOXAN® E
and Squalen. It blocks free radicals and thus has a high antioxidant effect even at low concentrations. TOCOBIOL® C is used in e.g. anti-aging formulations, lotions, moisturizing oils, lipsticks or in hair care products. BIOXAN® T is a blend of all four types of tocopherol and also extremely effective at low concentrations. Its INCI name is Tocopherol and it is available in four different concentrations: 30, 50, 70 or 90%.
BIOXAN® E blocks free radicals and raises moisture levels in the skin, prevents wrinkles and has anti-inflammatory as well as healing properties. It therefore acts as an active substance for the skin and not as an antioxidant to stabilize oils or fats in formulations. Above all, BIOXAN® E is frequently used in daytime skin care, anti-aging products, sun and after-sun care as well as skin protection applications.
TOCOBIOL® C and BIOXAN® T both have no influence on the color or fragrance of finished products.
Natural omega-3 oils for skin care BTSA’s third family of raw materials are its ECOCERTcertified omega-3 oils, marketed under the trademarks ECOFLAX® C and BIOMEGA-TECH®. ECOFLAX® C is a flaxseed oil (INCI name: Linum usitatissimun Oil) which is rich in alpha-linolenic acid (>45%) and used as a moisturizer in several personal care products.
Healthy, fresh skin with natural vitamin E Compared to synthetic vitamin E, natural vitamin E has a higher level of biological activity that allows it to be better absorbed by the skin and remain longer in the human body. Natural vitamin E BIOXAN® E consists of d-alpha tocopherol and can be purchased in various concen-
BIOMEGA-TECH® ALGAE C (INCI name: Eicosapentaenoic Acid, Docosahexaenoic Acid), however, is an algae extract which contains an especially high level of DHA (>40%). DHA is one of the essential fatty acids found in the skin. Known for its anti-inflammatory properties, DHA also protects the skin from UV radiation.
Natural Vitamin E (1 mg d-a-Tocopherol = 1.49 U.l.) a-Tocopherol
INCI Name (EU)
Appearance
Solubility
Dosage
Bioxan E 1000 IU
672 mg/g
Tocopherol
Amber, viscous oil
Oil
0.3–3 %
Isomers Profile Sunflower Oil
Soybean Oil
a-Tocopherol
Min 65 %
Min 5 %
Bioxan E 1100 IU
738 mg/g
Tocopherol
Amber, viscous oil
Oil
0.3–3 %
b-, g-Tocopherol
Min 7 %
Min 55 %
Bioxan E 1300 IU
873 mg/g
Tocopherol
Amber, viscous oil
Oil
0.3–3 %
d-Tocopherol
Min 9 %
Min 18 %
a-Tocopheryl Acetate
INCI Name (EU)
Aussehen Appearance
Solubility
Dosage
Bioxan E acetate 1000 IU
736 mg/g
Tocopheryl Acetate
Amber, viscous oil
Oil
0.3–3 %
Bioxan E acetate 1100 IU
809 mg/g
Tocopheryl Acetate
Amber, viscous oil
Oil
0.3–3 %
Bioxan E acetate 1300 IU
956 mg/g
Tocopheryl Acetate
Amber, viscous oil
Oil
0.3–3 %
Vitamin-E-Acetat (1 mg d-a-Tocopheryl-Acetate = 1.36 U.l.)
TOCOBIOL® C is extracted from either sunflower or soybean oil and is a mixture of alpha, beta, gamma and delta tocopherols as well as phytosterols and squalene. Developed by BTSA, this raw material is 100% natural in origin and has the INCI names Tocopherol, Beta-Sitosterol
Distributed in Germany, Austria, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Montenegro, Romania, Switzerland, Serbia and Slovenia.
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CAVAMAX®, HTEssence®
Cyclodextrins – genuine jacks of all trades Discovered over a century ago, cyclodextrin (CD) is now more innovative than ever before. WACKER Chemie AG, one of The NRC Group’s long-standing partners, produces all three types of cyclodextrin (alpha, beta und gamma) as well as cutting-edge cyclodextrin complexes. Cyclodextrin consists of glucose molecules that receive and bind other organic substances into an internal hydrophobic cavity. When used in cosmetics, cyclodextrins are genuine jacks of all trades: increasing the water solubility of lipophilic materials, reducing or eliminating unpleasant odors and converting oily or liquid substances to powder form for better processing. Additionally, skin irritation can be diminished or even prevented by using cyclodextrin. Improved Solubility Cosmetic ingredients such as plant-based oils, lipophilic vitamins and preservatives are virtually insoluble in water. However, they can build inclusion complexes with CDs and thereby become more soluble – unlike pure compounds. This complexation can be used to an advantage e.g. with retinol in anti-wrinkle creams. In products that contain self-tanning agents, dihydroxya ceton is frequently used as an active ingredient; however, this has an unpleasant odor that is difficult to mask even with perfumes. Cyclodextrins receive and eliminate the unwanted smell. CDs can also help with disagreeable body odors, as they are able to interact and build complexes with the various scent components that are present in sweat and bodily secretions. Consequently, CDs
5a-androst-16-en-3-one (Androstenone)
Acetic Acid
3-methylbutyric acid (Isovaleric acid)
5a-androst-16-en-3a-ol (Androstenol)
5a-androstan-3a-ol-17-one (Androsterone)
(S)-2-hydroxypropionic acid (L(+)-lactic acid)
2-methylpropionic acid (Isobutyric acid)
3-mercapto-1-hexanol
3-hydroxy-3-methylhexanoic acid
Chemical structure of the compounds that were tested which cause an unpleasant smell.
prevent unpleasant odors from even forming – making them especially popular in deodorants. Anti-acne effect Beta-cyclodextrin can form a complex with the poly unsaturated fatty acids found in sebum, prevent their oxida tion and inhibit the formation of radicals. For this reason, CDs are used preferentially in acne treatments.
WACKER has all three natural cyclodextrins in its portfolio. CAVAMAX® W6 Pharma is alpha-cyclodextrin that effects the encapsulation of small molecules and has an additional emulsifying effect when combined with oils. CAVAMAX® W7 Pharma, a beta-CD, is primarily used with mediumsized compounds such as menthol to create a cooling effect on the skin and provide a vitalizing sense of freshness. Fats and oils, which have larger molecules, can be stabilized and received with gamma-cyclodextrin CAVAMAX® W8 Pharma. Apart from their pure cyclodextrin products, WACKER also supplies retinol, d-alpha-tocopherol and coenzyme Q10 in capsule form. With cyclodextrin shells, these capsules provide a distinct advantage: protecting the active substances contained from both light and oxidation, making them fundamentally more stable. This in turn makes new forms of application possible. One of Wacker’s latest developments is the first natureidentical hydroxytyrosol: HTEssence®. This product ensures the higher production of pheomelanin, which lightens the skin. HTEssence® also combats the effects of harmful free radicals, making it a perfect additive for anti-aging products. A recent study also shows that HTEssence® is extremely effective in hair care products and keeps both natural hair colors (created by melanin) and artificially colored hair from fading, in that HTEssence® protects hair from the effects of UV radiation. Superior quality and luxurious hair care products can therefore also be formulated with hydroxytyrosol.
Distribution in Europe.
UMT42 50K, UMT45 12K
NRC Group and SNCZ: Strong partners for 25 years 100c40y black
The NRC Group and Société Nouvelle Des Colours Zinciques (SNCZ) have been partners for more than 25 years. The joyful occasion of this anniversary was duly celebrated by the two companies on 15 September in Hamburg.
This year, The NRC Group looks back at 25 years of partnership with the French company SNCZ. At the anniversary celebration in September, the respective managing directors and technical and commercial marketing managers were all in attendance. SNCZ was founded in 1984 and is now one of the world’s leading producers of anticorrosive pigments for use in the protection of metal substrates. SNCZ’s products are used in all types of coatings and their broad selection specifically includes zinc phosphates, modified zinc phosphates, alkaline earth orthophosphates and polyphosphates as well as corrosion-inhibiting pigments based on ion-exchanged silicas. The NRC Group distributes this extensive range throughout Germany, Bulgaria, Austria, Poland, the Czech Republic and Hungary. SNCZ’s portfolio has also been recently expanded to include a line of eco-friendly, label-free anticorrosive pigments based on the patented ACE technology. In addition, SNCZ produces chromate – strontium chromate in particular.
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UMATEX: all signs point toward growth The Russian UMATEX Group, manufacturer of special grade carbon fibers for sophisticated CFRP components (carbon fiber reinforced plastics), is now considerably expanding its production capacity. The NRC Group is contributing towards this growth by distributing UMATEX’s products in several European countries. For over 30 years, the UMATEX Group has been producing high-quality carbon fibers and is now starting to expand its commercial activities abroad. To this end, an additional production site was commissioned in Alabuga, Russia in 2015 according to the latest technical standards. The new facility is already performing at an annual capacity of over 1,500 tons. The outstanding properties of UMATEX’s carbon fibers make them an excellent choice for a wide range of applications in the automotive, construction, wind power and aerospace industries, as well as for sporting goods. They are available in different strengths. Currently, UMATEX’s portfolio contains 12K carbon fiber (UMT45 12K) with a tensile strength of 4.5 GPa and a modulus 250 GPa, in addition to a 50K carbon fiber (UMT42 50K) with a tensile strength of 4.2 GPa and a modulus of 240 GPa. Thanks to low energy prices and high production efficiency, these products can be sold at very attractive prices. By the end of 2016, UMATEX plans to complete their portfolio by introducing 3K carbon fiber (tensile strength of up to 4.2GPa) as well as a 24K carbon fiber (tensile strength of up to 4.5 GPa). UMATEX has decades of experiences in the production and development of innovative carbon fiber products and its modernized R&D center will drive the continuous enhancement and expansion of their portfolio. The NRC Group is pleased to offer information and advice concerning UMATEX’s products – as well as how to utilize carbon fibers for individualized needs. Distributed in Germany, Denmark, Finland, Norway, Sweden and Switzerland.
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eConduct
eConduct pigments are available in either flake or granular form and can be used in the production of adhesives and sealants, plastics and functional textiles as well as printed electronics or in coatings for electromagnetic shielding. eConduct products generally consist of a metal or nonmetal core material that is coated by pure silver. Making surface modifications is also an option. By delivering high electrical conductivity, stable performance and consistent quality at a moderate price, ECKART’s eConduct pigments are an all-round winner.
Conductive pigments – cost-effective alternatives to pure silver The NRC Group distributes the electrically conductive range of eConduct pigments from ECKART GmbH. These pigments present a cost-effective alternative to pure silver that can be utilized in a great number of different application fields.
Distributed in Germany, Austria, the Czech Republic, Hungary, Poland, Romania and Slovakia.
ASKOFEN R 9600, DONACARBO, NECOWEL 700, NECOWEL 4300, NECOWEL FLE 55 M
STEPANPOL® PC-5130-160
ASK Chemicals supplies alkyd resin emulsions, carbon fibers and phenolic resins
Polyester-polyether resin for 2C high performance adhesives and binders
ASK Chemicals, partner to The NRC Group, offers solutions for high-grade applications – but not only in the paints and coatings business. With nearly 40 years of experience in the market, the company has amassed extensive expertise in the widely varied field of binder technology and other specialties. ASK Chemicals is a manufacturer of binders for the paints and coatings industries that supplies customers milled, chopped or graphitized carbon fibers called DONACARBO. Sourced from Japan, these products are used to manufacture antistatic or conductive coatings such as warehouse and industrial flooring. Their short fiber lengths make it simple to incorporate them into plastic matrixes. Phenolic resins from ASK Chemicals are used chiefly in the formulation of baking ena mels. With their excellent chemical resistance and good adhesion, many products can even be used to formulate coatings that conform to EU 10/2011 regulations for food contact. ASKOFEN R 9600 also has a significantly lower free formaldehyde content that allows coatings to be formulated with values of under 0.1%. Other fields of application in clude the manufacture of friction linings and bonding agents for textile fibers in the rubber and tire industries. Where aqueous alkyd resin emulsions are concerned, ASK Chemicals supplies environmentally-friendly solutions for coatings and paints with exceptional properties. These are fundamentally free of co-solvents, exhibiting extraordinarily good shear strength and impressively high gloss. Creating aqueous paints and coatings with extraordinary properties NECOWEL 700 is a polyester polyol which is ideally suited to formulating aqueous two-component polyurethane paints. Combined with aliphatic isocyanate-based hardeners, coatings can be developed that feature outstanding gloss and body as well as good weather and
chemical resistance. These systems also demonstrate a very high threshold for blistering, which means excellent processing reliability for users. NECOWEL 700’s good resistance to solvents and chemicals make e.g. graffiti quick and easy to remove with the usual aggressive cleaning agents. One special product highlight from ASK Chemicals is NECOWEL 4300, a cationically modified alkyd emulsion for the production of stain-blocking paints. As conventional resin dispersions do not exhibit any blocking properties towards bleeding substances, this kind of contamination can often be transported to the paint surface through several layers of paint. However, ASK Chemicals has succeeded in integrating cationic groups into a more or less anionic alkyd resin system – the result of which is a stable resin system with an outstanding ability to block impurities such as wood contents, nicotine, water stains and many more. NECOWEL 4300 also features simple handling and excellent compatibility with other tinting pastes, e.g. paint raw materials and fillers. Copolymer emulsions based on NECOWEL FLE are perfectly suitable for formulating highly-porous wood stains and wood care products such as teak oils and wood preservatives. The low viscosity of the copolymer results in very good wetting of the wood fiber and high penetrating power into the wood surface. In turn, this creates very good grain accentuation of the wood fiber. The visual appearance is identical to that of solvent-based systems, with the advantage that NECOWEL products are completely VOC-free and therefore meet all the requirements for environmental friendliness.
Distributed in Germany, Austria, Croatia, the Czech Republic, Hungary, Poland, Slovakia and Slovenia.
Stepan Company – together with their distributor NRC Group – would like to introduce a new polyester-polyether resin for two components: adhesives and binders. STEPANPOL® PC-5130-160 is a branched resin compatible with a range of polyols as well as aromatic and aliphatic isocyanates.
STEPANPOL® PC-5130-160 is used for high performance adhesives and binders in industrial and professional applications like parquet installation, binding sport floorings and manufacturing household appliances. STEPANPOL® PC-5130-160, stoichiometrically cross-linked with polymeric aromatic MDI, forms polymers with very high mechanical properties like tensile strength, elongation at break and tear resistance with good working time.
Starting formulation – 2C adhesive for parquet flooring Component A:
PBW
OHV
STEPANPOL PC-5130-160
29
160
Plasticizer (DOPT or DINP)
12
®
Filler (e.g. calcium carbonate)
54.5
Water scavenger (e.g. 3A molecular sieve)
2
Thixotropic agents (castor oil derivatives, micronized powder)
2.5
Component B:
PBW % NCO
PMDI (2.7)
11.1
31.5
Properties Ratio A:B Index
9:1 1 – 1.05
Pot life
60–90 mins
Due to the chemical nature of STEPANPOL® PC-5130-160, it forms adhesives with very good resistance to water, acid and bases.
Distribution in Germany, Austria, Denmark, Finland, Norway and Sweden.
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Nordmann, Rassmann GmbH is WACKER’s ”Distributor of the Year”
Long-standing success:
The NRC Group and Notedome Ltd. celebrate 30 years of successful partnership
The NRC Group has received a big honor from WACKER Chemie AG: its ”Distributor of the Year” award in platinum. A ceremonial presentation of the award took place on 13 July at WACKER’s head office in Munich.
Being customer-focused and service-oriented while keeping a sharp eye on sustainability – such shared values are what have reinforced the successful partnership between The NRC Group and Notedome Ltd. for over 30 years.
Nordmann, Rassmann GmbH was awarded the honor for its outstanding performance across multiple business divisions. Managing Director Irina Zschaler accepted the award on behalf of the entire team.
Notedome Ltd. is a manufacturer of polyurethane cast elastomers that was founded in Coventry (UK) by John Lear in 1979, a family business that is now in the hands of its second generation. Today, brothers Bryan and Duncan Lear hold the reins of the continually growing company. Apart from MDI and TDI-based hot and cold cast systems, Notedome Ltd.’s product portfolio also includes customized pre-polymers. Close consultation with customers is crucial in order to ensure that different demands are always met with the highest quality solutions. The NRC Group has been supporting the company now since 1986 and distributes their first-class products in Germany, Austria, Italy, Scandinavia and Switzerland.
The NRC Group supplies the pharmaceutical and coatings industries with raw materials from WACKER while also distributing WACKER Biosolutions products for use in cosmetics applications. These products contain pure cyclodextrins and cyclodextrin complexes (CAVAMAX®), and both L-cysteine and L-cystine in addition to the new hydroxytyrosol (brand name: HTEssence®) in 98% and 20% concentrations. These top-quality products are utilized as actives, emulsifiers and solubilizers in all segments of the beauty industry. For pharmaceutical use, the silicone fluids and emulsions of the Silfar® line are available in Germany as antifoam agents for human and veterinary medicine. WACKER HDK® N 20 Pharma is used as a free-flow agent in the manufacture of solid pharmaceuticals or as a hydrophilic consistency regulator for semi-solid and liquid formulations. The NRC Group also carries WACKER products for a wide range of applications in the paints, coatings and printing inks industries. These include special binders for highly heat-resistant coatings (SILRES® and TES®), HDK® pyrogenic silica for rheology control and a series of silanes called GENIOSIL® that provides a variety of problem solutions.
ENSACO® 250G, ENSACO® 350G
The highest purity: low PAH carbon blacks from Imerys Graphite & Carbon
Unit: ppm
ENSACO® 250G
ENSACO® 350G
Naphtalene
0.388
22.682
Acenaphtylene
0.010
0.569
ENSACO® carbon blacks from Imerys Graphite & Carbon meet the strictest purity requirements for low PAH (polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons) and benzo[a]pyrene (BaP) content. The NRC Group’s distribu® tion of ENSACO carbon blacks has been met with growing success.
Acenaphthene
0.006
0.509
Fluorene
0.015
0.624
Phenanthrene
0.039
2.471
Complying with the most stringent legislation, the primary purpose of ENSACO®’s carbon blacks is to give electrical conductivity to polymers at low to very low loadings. ENSACO® carbon blacks are also employed when high purity, an excellent level of dispersion and/or low moisture levels are specifically required. Imerys Graphite & Carbon’s proprietary manufacturing process enables the controlled production of extremely clean, easily dispersible, low surface area conductive carbon blacks such as those detailed in the table below.
Anthracene
0.006
0.490
Fluoranthene
0.010
0.594
Pyrene
0.017
0.271
*Benzo[a]anthracene
0.002
0.055
*Chrysene
0.004
0.092
*Benzo[b]fluoranthene
