CoreGlycerin 99% USP/NF/FCC/Food Grade, Kosher, Halal
USP/NF/FCC (Food) Grade
Best for: moisturizers, cleansers and serums
Industry · Food, Agriculture & Consumer
Cosmetic Ingredients & Chemicals for Personal Care
USP and NF humectants, emulsifiers, SDA alcohols, actives and soap-making bases — with Kosher, Halal, Organic and RSPO options, lot COAs, and sizes from a pint to a 275-gallon tote.
What you need at each step
From the water phase to the filling line, pick ingredients by the job they do in your formula. Each one links to its product page with grades, sizes and documents.
- 01
Humectants & base
Humectants draw in moisture and carry actives in lotions, serums and cleansers.
- 02
Emulsifying
Polysorbates blend oils, fragrances and water into stable creams and sprays.
- 03
Actives & exfoliants
Salicylic acid exfoliates; sodium hyaluronate hydrates in serums and creams.
- 04
Alcohol-based products
SDA alcohol and witch hazel carry fragrance in perfumes, toners and sprays.
- 05
Soap & pH adjustment
Lye saponifies oils into soap; citric acid lowers pH in finished formulas.
- 06
Cleaning & sanitation
Clean mixing tanks, filling lines and work surfaces between batches.
Recommended for personal care & cosmetics
Core — used by most buyers Supporting — process-dependent
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SupportingPropylene Glycol 99.5% USP/NF/FCC/Food Grade, Kosher, Halal
USP/NF/FCC (Food) Grade
Best for: humectant and carrier for actives
CorePolysorbate 80, Derived from Palm, NF/FCC Grade, RSPO, Kosher, Halal
FCC (Food) Grade
Best for: solubilizing fragrance and essential oils
SupportingPolysorbate 60, Derived from Palm, NF/FCC Grade, RSPO, MB, Kosher, Halal
NF/FCC (Food) Grade
Best for: emulsifying creams and lotions
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CoreSalicylic Acid Powder ≥99.5% USP Grade, Kosher, Halal
USP Grade
Best for: exfoliating cleansers and acne products
Supporting
CoreSDA 40B Ethanol 200 Proof (100%), Kosher, Halal
Reagent Grade
Best for: perfumes, colognes and body sprays
SupportingWitch Hazel, 100% All Natural Distilled with 14% USP Natural Grain Alcohol
USP Grade
Best for: toners, astringents and aftershaves
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SupportingCitric Acid, Anhydrous, Granular, USP/FCC/Food Grade, Kosher, Halal
USP/FCC (Food) Grade
Best for: adjusting pH, bath bombs
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SupportingDenatured Ethanol 200 Proof, Kosher, Halal
Reagent Grade
Best for: equipment cleaning and degreasing
Which grade belongs in your formula?
Cosmetic ingredients come in several grades. Match the grade on the label and COA to where the chemical ends up — in the formula, on the equipment, or in the QC lab.
See our certifications →| Grade | What it means | For nutrient blending | Typical use |
|---|---|---|---|
| USP | Meets United States Pharmacopeia purity and identity standards | Yes | Humectants, actives, oils |
| NF/FCC | Meets National Formulary and FCC standards | Yes | Emulsifiers, excipients |
| FCC/Food | Meets the Food Chemicals Codex monograph for purity and identity | Yes | Lip products, pH adjusters |
| Cosmetic Grade | Supplied for cosmetic use to a published specification | Yes — check COA | Soap bases, hyaluronate |
| ACS | Meets American Chemical Society reagent specifications | No | QC lab analysis, standards |
| Lab/Technical | Lab or industrial purity, not for use in formulas | No | Equipment cleaning, R&D |
What formulators check before they buy
- Grade & monograph
- USP, NF or FCC on the label and COA supports your ingredient specs and customer audits.
- Source material
- Palm, coconut, corn or wheat origin can matter for label claims and allergen statements.
- Certifications
- Kosher, Halal, Organic and RSPO claims on your label start with your inputs.
- Denaturant type
- SDA formulas differ; choose the one suited to your product and keep TTB paperwork current.
- Heavy metals & impurities
- Lead and other limits flow into your finished-product testing — check the lot COA.
Paperwork for your product file
SDS library Every product, online before you order. Certificate of Analysis Lot-specific COA for your records. Certifications Kosher, Halal, Organic and RSPO on select products. Spec sheets & statements Ask customer care for product specifications and origin details.
Cosmetic labeling, ingredient limits and safety requirements are set by FDA and other regulators. Confirm requirements with your regulatory or product safety team.
From bench batch to production
Same grade, same documentation at every size. Develop a formula on a pint, then scale to drums and totes without requalifying a new supplier.
1 pt R&D / bench batch
1 gal Pilot batch
5 gal Small batch
55 gal Drum
275 gal Tote
Personal Care & Cosmetics buyer questions
Which alcohol should I use for perfume or body spray?
Many fragrance makers use SDA 40B ethanol, which is denatured for use in cosmetics and topicals. SDA alcohol orders of 5 gallons or more require a TTB permit.
Can I use denatured ethanol in lip products or anything ingested?
No. Denatured and SDA alcohols are not for ingestible products. For products that may be ingested, use undenatured USP/FCC ethanol.
Do you offer RSPO-certified palm-derived ingredients?
Yes. Select glycerin and polysorbate products are RSPO certified. Certifications are shown in the product name and listed on our Certifications page.
What lye do I need for soap making?
Sodium hydroxide makes bar soap and potassium hydroxide makes liquid and soft soap. Both are corrosive, so follow the SDS for handling and storage.
Can I get a COA for each lot?
Yes. A lot-specific Certificate of Analysis and the SDS are available for every product.
Do you offer bulk pricing for production volumes?
Yes. Request a quote for drums, totes or recurring volumes, or call 512-668-9918.
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