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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

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Technical gradeIn stock
Pineapple Fragrance — Clear yellowish liquid

Pineapple Fragrance

Pineapple Fragrance is an oil-soluble fragrance used primarily in personal care and cosmetic applications. This liquid formulation provides a vivid p…

Pharma & Cosmetics

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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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Technical gradeIn stock
Potassium Sorbate — Granular white powder

Potassium Sorbate in Kenya

Potassium Sorbate is a powerful preservative primarily used in the food industry to inhibit the growth of mold, yeast, and fungi. Known for its high…

CAS
24634-61-5
Formula
C6H7KO2

Preservation Chemicals

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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
Propylene Glycol USP — Clear, colorless liquid

Propylene Glycol USP in Kenya

Propylene Glycol USP is a high-purity, versatile solvent predominantly used in the pharmaceutical and cosmetics industries. This clear, colorless liq…

CAS
57-55-6
Formula
C3H8O2

Coolants & Thermoregulation

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Food gradeIn stock
Propylene Glycol — Colorless, odorless liquid

Propylene Glycol in Kenya

Propylene Glycol is a versatile and widely used compound in the food and pharmaceutical industries as a food-grade additive and solvent. With a purit…

CAS
57-55-6
Formula
C3H8O2
Assay
99.9%

Foods & Beverages

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Technical gradeIn stock
Raspberry Ripple Fragrance Oil — Clear liquid

Raspberry Ripple Fragrance Oil

Raspberry Ripple Fragrance Oil is a 100% pure fragrance oil specifically designed for the fragrance industry. This premium-grade oil is characterized…

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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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Technical gradeIn stock
Refined Glycerine — Clear, colorless liquid

Refined Glycerine

Refined Glycerine is a versatile liquid used primarily as a humectant in various applications such as pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and food products.…

Pharma & Cosmetics

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Rhodinol Liquid Fragrance — Clear liquid

Rhodinol Liquid Fragrance

Rhodinol, also known as (-)-Rhodinol (CAS 6812-78-8), is a versatile fragrance compound used primarily in cosmetics and personal care products. This…

CAS
6812-78-8
Formula
C10H20O

Pharma & Cosmetics

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Food gradeIn stock
Rose Fragrance — Clear liquid

Rose Fragrance

Rose Fragrance is a food-grade liquid fragrance widely used in the cosmetics and personal care industry. Its oil-soluble form makes it perfect for en…

Pharma & Cosmetics

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Technical gradeIn stock
Rutile Titanium Dioxide — White powder

Rutile Titanium Dioxide in Kenya

Rutile Titanium Dioxide, also known as Titanium Dioxide or Titanium(IV) oxide (CAS 13463-67-7), is a white powder widely used as a pigment in various…

CAS
13463-67-7
Formula
O2Ti

Pigments

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Industrial gradeIn stock
SAND+FOG Eau de Toilette — Clear liquid

SAND+FOG Eau de Toilette in Kenya

SAND+FOG Eau de Toilette is a luxurious fragrance designed for soft skin, offering a refreshing sensory experience. This product is particularly favo…

Pharma & Cosmetics

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Technical gradeIn stock
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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Food gradeIn stock
Sodium Benzoate Powder — White crystalline powder

Sodium Benzoate Powder in Kenya

Sodium Benzoate Powder is primarily used as a food preservative. This compound effectively inhibits the growth of mold, yeast, and some bacteria, mak…

Preservation Chemicals

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Technical gradeIn stock
Sodium Benzoate — Granular white to off-white solid

Sodium Benzoatein Kenya

Sodium Benzoate is a widely used food preservative that inhibits the growth of mold, yeast, and some bacteria, making it ideal for various applicatio…

CAS
532-32-1
Formula
C7H5NaO2

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…

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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.