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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
NOVACOAT — White fine powder

NOVACOAT

NOVACOAT is a calcined kaolin powder primarily used in paints and coatings. This versatile product enhances properties such as opacity, smoothness, a…

Paints & Coatings

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Nitric Acid 68% — Clear to pale yellow liquid

Nitric Acid 68%

Nitric Acid 68% is an industrial-grade chemical essential in metal treatment and chemical production. Known for its non-fuming nature at azeotropic c…

CAS
7697-37-2
Formula
HNO3

Metal Treatment Chemicals

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Normal Butyl Acetate — Clear, colorless liquid

Normal Butyl Acetate

Normal Butyl Acetate is a crucial solvent used primarily in the paints and coatings industry. With a clear, colorless liquid appearance and a fruity…

CAS
123-86-4
Formula
C6H12O2
Assay
99%

Solvents & Thinners

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Oleic Acid — Colourless liquid

Oleic Acid

Oleic Acid (CAS 112-80-1) is a monounsaturated fatty acid primarily used in the food processing and cosmetic industries. This colorless liquid is als…

CAS
112-80-1
Formula
C18H34O2

Foods & Beverages

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Oleic Acid 75% Min — Clear liquid

Oleic Acid 75% Min

Oleic Acid 75% Min is a key fatty acid utilized primarily in the food processing and cosmetics industries. This product, manufactured by Palm-Oleo SD…

CAS
112-80-1

Foods & Beverages

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PVC Resin DG-1000S — White powder

PVC Resin DG-1000S

PVC Resin DG-1000S is a versatile white powder widely used in the construction, packaging, and electrical industries. Its robust physical properties,…

CAS
9002-86-2
Formula
(C2H3Cl)n

Polymers & Resins

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Industrial gradeIn stock
Paraffin Oil — Clear liquid.

Paraffin Oil

Paraffin Oil is a versatile liquid used primarily as a lubricant, moisturizer, and as a carrier in pharmaceutical applications. Its unique compositio…

CAS
8012-95-1

Other Products

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Industrial gradeIn stock
Perchloroethylene (PCE) — Colorless liquid

Perchloroethylene (PCE)

Perchloroethylene (PCE) is a versatile solvent primarily used in dry cleaning applications, effectively replacing carbon tetrachloride in the industr…

CAS
127-18-4
Formula
C2Cl4

Solvents & Thinners

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Industrial gradeIn stock

Polyoxyethylene Nonylphenol (NP-9)

Polyoxyethylene Nonylphenol (NP‑9) is a widely used non-ionic surfactant known for its exceptional emulsifying, wetting, and detergent properties. In…

CAS
26027-38-3
Formula
C15H24O(C2H4O)9
Assay
90

Detergents & Soaps

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Technical gradeIn stock
Polysorbate 20 — Viscous clear to pale yellow liquid

Polysorbate 20

Polysorbate 20 is a versatile non-ionic surfactant primarily used as an emulsifier and solubilizer across various industries. Known for its ability t…

CAS
9005-64-5
Formula
C58H114O26

Pharma & Cosmetics

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Industrial gradeIn stock
Polyvinyl Alcohol (PVA) — White to slightly yellow granular or powdery solid

Polyvinyl Alcohol (PVA)

Polyvinyl Alcohol (PVA) is a versatile polymer used primarily for paper sizing, enhancing the adhesion, strength, and flexibility of fibers. Known fo…

CAS
9002-89-5
Formula
(C2H4O)n
Assay
≥93.5%

Polymers & Resins

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Industrial gradeIn stock
Potassium Hydroxide Solid — White, granular

Potassium Hydroxide Solid

Potassium Hydroxide, or KOH, is a versatile compound primarily used in the manufacture of potassium salts, soap production, and water treatment appli…

CAS
1310-58-3
Formula
KOH
Assay
90%

Detergents & Soaps

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Technical gradeIn stock
Potassium Iodide — White crystalline or granular solid

Potassium Iodide

Potassium Iodide (CAS 7681-11-0) is a versatile chemical widely used in sectors ranging from pharmaceuticals to photography. As a high-purity, white…

CAS
7681-11-0
Formula
KI
Assay
99%

Laboratory Reagents

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Food gradeIn stock
Propylene Glycol — Clear, colorless, odorless liquid

Propylene Glycol

Propylene glycol is a versatile liquid used extensively in industries such as pharmaceuticals, food, and cosmetics. Known chemically as 1,2-propanedi…

CAS
57-55-6
Formula
C3H8O2
Assay
99.9%

Pharma & Cosmetics

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Pharma gradeIn stock
Refined Castor Oil — Pale yellow to colorless liquid

Refined Castor Oil

Refined Castor Oil is primarily used in the pharmaceutical and cosmetics industries as a moisturizing agent and emollient. This BP grade oil is deriv…

CAS
8001-79-4

Pharma & Cosmetics

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Shampoo Base UFABLEND — Clear, viscous liquid.

Shampoo Base UFABLEND

Shampoo Base UFABLEND is a versatile formulation designed primarily for the cosmetics and personal care industry, particularly for hair care products…

Pharma & Cosmetics

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Industrial gradeIn stock
Shellac Flakes — Brittle yellowish transparent flakes

Shellac Flakes

Shellac flakes serve as a versatile resin used extensively in wood finishes, pharmaceuticals, and the food industry. Composed of a natural polymer mi…

CAS
9000-59-3

Paints & Coatings

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Industrial gradeIn stock
Soda Ash — Opaque white granular solid

Soda Ash

Soda Ash, or sodium carbonate (CAS 497-19-8), is essential in glass manufacturing, where it acts as a flux to lower the melting point of silica. With…

CAS
497-19-8
Formula
Na2CO3
Assay
≥ 99.50%

Detergents & Soaps

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Technical gradeIn stock
Sodium Benzoate Powder — 25 kg white woven sack labelled for human use

Sodium Benzoate Powder

Sodium Benzoate Powder serves as a widely used preservative, primarily in the food and beverage industry. This white powder inhibits the growth of ba…

CAS
532-32-1

Preservation Chemicals

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Industrial gradeIn stock
Sodium Bicarbonate+ — White powder

Sodium Bicarbonate+

Sodium Bicarbonate+ is formulated to support normal kidney function and maintain proper acidity levels. This powder is optimized for kidney health, d…

Other Products

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Food gradeIn stock
Sodium Cyclamate CP — White crystalline powder

Sodium Cyclamate CP

Sodium Cyclamate CP is a high-potency artificial sweetener, widely employed in the food and beverage industry. Its notable heat stability and solubil…

CAS
139-05-9
Formula
C6H12NO3SNa
Assay
98%

Foods & Beverages

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Technical gradeIn stock
Sodium Gluconate — White to gray-white crystalline powder

Sodium Gluconate

Sodium Gluconate is an efficient concrete admixture used to improve the workability and strength of cement. Known for its high chelating power, it se…

CAS
527-07-1
Formula
C6H11NaO7
Assay
98%

Construction Chemicals

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Technical gradeIn stock
Sodium Hypochlorite — Clear, pale yellowish liquid

Sodium Hypochlorite

Sodium Hypochlorite, with CAS number 7681-52-9, is primarily used as a disinfectant and bleaching agent. This versatile compound finds extensive appl…

CAS
7681-52-9
Formula
ClNaO

Water Treatment

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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 88 products for this sector, including 58# Fully-Refined Paraffin Wax, Acetic Acid, Acetone, Aluminium Silicate. 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.