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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.

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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Food gradeIn stock
Sodium Cyclamate CP — White crystalline powder

Sodium Cyclamate CP in Kenya

Sodium Cyclamate CP is a synthetic sweetener primarily used in the food and beverage industry to provide a sweet taste without calories. It is favore…

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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Technical gradeIn stock
Sodium Lactate 60% — Clear liquid

Sodium Lactate 60% in Kenya

Sodium Lactate 60% is a clear liquid used primarily as a food preservative and a pH regulator in various applications. This compound is particularly…

Preservation Chemicals

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Technical gradeIn stock
Sodium Metabisulfite — Granular white solid

Sodium Metabisulfite in Kenya

Sodium Metabisulfite (CAS 7681-57-4) is a versatile chemical primarily used as a preservative and antioxidant in the food and beverage industry. It i…

CAS
7681-57-4
Formula
Na2O5S2

Cleaning & Disinfection

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Industrial gradeIn stock

Sodium Metasilicate Pentahydrate

Sodium Metasilicate Pentahydrate is widely used as a powerful builder and emulsifier in detergents and cleaning applications. Known for its effective…

CAS
10213-79-3
Formula
Na2SiO3·5H2O

Detergents & Soaps

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Food gradeIn stock
Sodium Saccharin 5-8 Mesh — White crystalline granules

Sodium Saccharin 5-8 Mesh in Kenya

Sodium Saccharin 5-8 Mesh is a sugar substitute primarily used in the food and beverage industry. Known for its high sweetness and low-calorie conten…

Foods & Beverages

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Food gradeIn stock
Sodium Tripolyphosphate (STPP) — White crystalline powder

Sodium Tripolyphosphate (STPP) in Kenya

Sodium Tripolyphosphate (STPP) is primarily used as a food additive and is crucial in enhancing the quality and longevity of various food products. I…

CAS
7758-29-4
Formula
Na5O10P3

Foods & Beverages

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Technical gradeIn stock

Sodium Xylene Sulfonate in Kenya

Sodium Xylene Sulfonate is a versatile surfactant primarily used in detergent formulations, offering exceptional solubilizing properties. Its applica…

Formula
C8H11NaO3S

Cleaning & Disinfection

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Technical gradeIn stock
Solvent Naphtha — Clear to slightly yellow liquid

Solvent Naphtha

Solvent Naphtha is a crucial petroleum-derived hydrocarbon mixture, mainly utilized in the paints and coatings industry for its excellent solvent pro…

CAS
64742-89-8

Solvents & Thinners

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Technical gradeIn stock
Sorbitol — Clear, colorless liquid.

Sorbitol

Sorbitol, also known as D-Sorbitol or glucose alcohol, is a polyol widely used in the food and pharmaceutical industries. It is primarily utilized as…

CAS
50-70-4
Formula
C6H14O6
Assay
90%

Foods & Beverages

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Food gradeIn stock
Sorbitol 70% I.P. — Clear, colorless liquid.

Sorbitol 70% I.P.

Sorbitol 70% I.P. is a versatile polyol primarily used in the pharmaceutical and food industries. This liquid formulation serves as a sweetener, hume…

Foods & Beverages

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Technical gradeIn stock
Soya Lecithin — Brownish-yellow viscous liquid

Soya Lecithin

Soya Lecithin is an emulsifier primarily used in food processing and cosmetics. Sourced from soybean oil, it facilitates blending oil and water, enha…

CAS
8002-43-5

Foods & Beverages

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Industrial gradeIn stock
Soya Lecithin — Brownish-yellow viscous liquid

Soya Lecithin in Kenya

Soya Lecithin is a versatile emulsifier and stabilizer widely used in the food processing and cosmetic industries. Derived from soybeans, it aids in…

Foods & Beverages

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Technical gradeIn stock
Stearic Acid — Granular

Stearic Acid

Stearic Acid, also known as octadecanoic acid (CAS 57-11-4), is primarily utilized in the pharmaceutical and cosmetics industries. This fatty acid ac…

CAS
57-11-4
Formula
C18H36O2

Other Products

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Technical gradeIn stock
Stearyl Alcohol — White powder

Stearyl Alcohol

Stearyl Alcohol, known as Octadecan-1-ol, is primarily used in the cosmetics and personal care industry as an emulsifier and thickener. This versatil…

CAS
112-92-5
Formula
C18H38O

Pharma & Cosmetics

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Technical gradeIn stock
Stearyl Alcohol — Granular form, white to off-white in color.

Stearyl Alcohol in Kenya

Stearyl Alcohol, also known as Octadecan-1-ol (CAS 112-92-5), is a long-chain fatty alcohol widely used in the cosmetics and pharmaceutical industrie…

CAS
112-92-5
Formula
C18H38O

Pharma & Cosmetics

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Technical gradeIn stock
Sulphonic Acid (LABSA) 96% — Clear, viscous liquid

Sulphonic Acid (LABSA) 96%

Sulphonic Acid (LABSA) 96% is a powerful detergent and surfactant primarily used in cleaning formulations. With its high concentration and efficiency…

CAS
27176-87-0

Detergents & Soaps

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Technical gradeIn stock
Superfine Calcined Kaolin — White powder

Superfine Calcined Kaolin in Kenya

Superfine Calcined Kaolin is a versatile industrial mineral commonly used in the paint and coatings industry. This product enhances durability and of…

Other Products

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Technical gradeIn stock
Talc - Powder — Fine white powder

Talc - Powder in Kenya

Talc - Powder is a versatile industrial mineral product primarily used in the cosmetics and personal care industries. This finely milled powder offer…

Other Products

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Technical gradeIn stock
Talc Powder — White, odorless powder

Talc Powder

Talc Powder is an essential ingredient in various industries due to its multi-functional properties. Known for its white, odorless, and powdered form…

CAS
14807-96-6
Formula
Mg3(OH)2Si4O10

Rubber & Plastic

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Technical gradeIn stock
TetraClean White Phenyl Concentrate — Clear liquid

TetraClean White Phenyl Concentrate in Kenya

TetraClean White Phenyl Concentrate is a natural and organic concentrated deodorant floor cleaner, designed for effective cleaning and disinfection.…

Cleaning & Disinfection

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Industrial gradeIn stock
Titanium Dioxide Pigment — White powder

Titanium Dioxide Pigment

Titanium Dioxide Pigment is a vital pigment commonly used in paints and coatings. Known for its high opacity and brightness, this white powder enhanc…

Pigments

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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.