Laponite® XLS

Laponite® XLS by BYK acts as a thickening agent. It is a synthetic layered silicate of low heavy metal content, modified by an inorganic polyphosphate dispersing agent. It hydrates and swells in water to give clear and colorless colloidal dispersions of low viscosity known as sols. It is hygroscopic in nature. At 10% concentration in average tap water, it remains free-flowing for over 24 hours. Laponite® XLS is used to impart a shear sensitive structure to a wide range of personal care products.