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Cosmetics & Personal Care chemicals

Emulsifiers, surfactants, thickeners, humectants and preservatives for skincare and haircare manufacturing.

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Chemicals we supply for cosmetics & personal care

Held in stock with full specifications, certificates of analysis and safety data sheets.

Technical gradeIn stock
2-Glycerol Monostearate — White powder

2-Glycerol Monostearate

2-Glycerol Monostearate is a versatile emulsifier primarily used in food processing and cosmetic formulations. Known for its ability to stabilize oil…

Pharma & Cosmetics

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Technical gradeIn stock
58# Fully-Refined Paraffin Wax — White solid slab or blocks

58# Fully-Refined Paraffin Wax

Kunlun 58# Fully-Refined Paraffin Wax is a high-quality product used in various industrial applications, particularly in candle manufacturing. This f…

CAS
8002-74-2
Formula
C20–C40 alkanes

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Technical gradeIn stock
ALOE VERA W/S — Clear liquid.

ALOE VERA W/S in Kenya

ALOE VERA W/S is a water-soluble formulation primarily used in cosmetics and personal care products. Known for its soothing and hydrating properties,…

Pharma & Cosmetics

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AR gradeIn stock
ARIEL Fragrance Oil Soluble — Clear liquid

ARIEL Fragrance Oil Soluble

ARIEL is a premium oil soluble fragrance designed for various cosmetic applications, enhancing products with a delightful scent. This formulation is…

Pharma & Cosmetics

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Technical gradeIn stock
Acetic Acid — Colorless liquid

Acetic Acid

Acetic acid is a vital industrial chemical primarily used in the production of vinyl acetate monomer (VAM), essential for adhesives and coatings. Thi…

CAS
64-19-7
Formula
C2H4O2
Assay
99.7%

Solvents & Thinners

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Technical gradeIn stock
Acetic Acid — Colorless liquid

Acetic Acid in Kenya

Acetic Acid, also known as ethanoic acid, is a colorless liquid primarily used in various industrial applications, particularly in the production of…

CAS
64-19-7
Formula
C2H4O2

Foods & Beverages

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Industrial gradeIn stock
Acetone — Clear, colorless volatile liquid

Acetone

Acetone is a versatile solvent widely used in industries such as paints and coatings, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and electronics. Known for its exce…

CAS
67-64-1
Formula
C3H6O

Solvents & Thinners

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Technical gradeIn stock
Acetone — Colorless liquid

Acetone in Kenya

Acetone, also known as propan-2-one, is a highly versatile solvent primarily used in paints and coatings. With its excellent miscibility with water a…

CAS
67-64-1
Formula
C3H6O

Solvents & Thinners

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Technical gradeIn stock
Acid Blue 1 Dye — Vibrant blue powder

Acid Blue 1 Dye in Kenya

Acid Blue 1 Dye is a synthetic dye primarily used in the textile industry for coloring materials. This powder dye is known for its vibrant blue hue a…

Dyes

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Industrial gradeIn stock
Aluminium Silicate — White to off-white powder

Aluminium Silicate

Aluminium Silicate is a versatile compound primarily utilized in ceramics and refractories for its thermal resistance and structural integrity. This…

CAS
12141-46-7
Formula
Al2SiO5

Paints & Coatings

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Industrial gradeIn stock
Aluminum Sulfate — White or off-white granular solid

Aluminum Sulfate

Aluminum sulfate is primarily used in water treatment to facilitate the coagulation of impurities into settleable particles in municipal facilities,…

CAS
10043-01-3
Formula
Al2(SO4)3
Assay
17% Al2O3, iron-free

Water Treatment

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Technical gradeIn stock
Antifoam HD — Clear liquid

Antifoam HD

Antifoam HD is a specialized antifoaming agent designed for various industrial applications to effectively control foam formation. It is commonly uti…

Cleaning & Disinfection

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Technical gradeIn stock
Apple Green Fragrance Oil — Clear liquid

Apple Green Fragrance Oil

Apple Green is a fragrance oil specifically designed for various applications in the cosmetics and personal care industry. This liquid product is pro…

Pharma & Cosmetics

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AR gradeIn stock
Ariel Fragrance Oil Soluble — Clear liquid

Ariel Fragrance Oil Soluble in Kenya

Ariel Fragrance Oil Soluble is a specialized liquid product primarily designed for cosmetic applications. Its oil-soluble nature makes it ideal for u…

Pharma & Cosmetics

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Pharma gradeIn stock
Ascorbic Acid — White crystalline powder

Ascorbic Acid

Ascorbic Acid, commonly known as Vitamin C, is a crucial antioxidant used predominantly as a preservative in the food industry to prevent oxidation a…

CAS
50-81-7
Formula
C6H8O6

Pharma & Cosmetics

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Industrial gradeIn stock
Ascorbic Acid Coated — White to off-white powder, coated form.

Ascorbic Acid Coated

Ascorbic Acid Coated is primarily utilized as a nutritional supplement in the food and beverage industry. This formulation provides enhanced stabilit…

Foods & Beverages

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Pharma gradeIn stock
Ascorbic Acid Coated — White to slightly yellow powder

Ascorbic Acid Coated in Kenya

Ascorbic Acid Coated is a specialized formulation primarily used in the pharmaceutical and food industries as an antioxidant. This product helps pres…

Pharma & Cosmetics

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Food gradeIn stock
Ascorbic Acid — White crystalline powder

Ascorbic Acid in Kenya

Ascorbic Acid, also known as Vitamin C (CAS 50-81-7), is a key ingredient primarily used in the food industry as a food additive and preservative. Th…

CAS
50-81-7
Formula
C6H8O6

Foods & Beverages

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Food gradeIn stock
Beetroot Powder — Vibrant red-purple powder

Beetroot Powder in Kenya

Beetroot Powder is a nutritious natural ingredient primarily used in food processing and beverage applications. This vibrantly colored powder is rich…

Foods & Beverages

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Technical gradeIn stock
Benzoic Acid — White crystalline powder

Benzoic Acid in Kenya

Benzoic Acid is a technical grade compound primarily used in the preservation of food and beverage products. Its unique properties make it useful in…

CAS
65-85-0
Formula
C7H6O2

Preservation Chemicals

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Technical gradeIn stock
Butibalatsetaat — Clear liquid

Butibalatsetaat

Butibalatsetaat is a specialty solvent widely used in various industrial applications. This liquid formulation, supplied in 25-liter containers, is p…

Solvents & Thinners

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Industrial gradeIn stock
Butyl Glycol — Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid

Butyl Glycol

Butyl Glycol is a versatile solvent widely utilized in the paint and coatings industry for its excellent flow, leveling, and pigment dispersion prope…

CAS
111-76-2
Formula
C6H14O2

Solvents & Thinners

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Technical gradeIn stock
CA-ZN Stabilizer C-50 — White or light yellow powder

CA-ZN Stabilizer C-50

CA-ZN Stabilizer C-50 is a non-toxic, calcium-zinc based PVC stabilizer designed to enhance the thermal and light stability of PVC products. This sta…

Rubber & Plastic

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Technical gradeIn stock
CARBOMER 940 PLUS — White powder

CARBOMER 940 PLUS in Kenya

CARBOMER 940 PLUS is a high-performance thickening agent commonly used in lotions and creams in the pharmaceutical and cosmetic industries. It provid…

Pharma & Cosmetics

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How we support you

Beyond supply

  • Dosing calculations and process troubleshooting from our technical desk
  • Substitute recommendations when a raw material is constrained or priced out
  • Batch retention samples so any consignment can be re-tested against its COA
  • Scheduled contract supply so your line never waits on a reorder

Common questions

Which chemicals does Sparks supply to the cosmetics & personal care sector?

We list 213 products for this sector, including 2-Glycerol Monostearate, 58# Fully-Refined Paraffin Wax, ALOE VERA W/S in Kenya, ARIEL Fragrance Oil Soluble. A certificate of analysis and safety data sheet can be issued with a consignment where this is specified at order stage.

Do you deliver cosmetics & personal care chemicals outside Nairobi?

Yes. Orders are dispatched from our Nairobi warehouse to towns across Kenya, and delivery is arranged to Uganda, Tanzania, Rwanda, Burundi, South Sudan and Ethiopia with the export documentation each destination requires. Lead time depends on the quantity and grade and is confirmed with your quotation.

What compliance documentation do you provide?

We hold ISO 9001:2015, KEBS Approved, NEMA Licensed accreditations, and copies are available on request. Batch certificates of analysis, safety data sheets and import documentation are issued with a consignment where these are specified at order stage.