| ITEM | STANDARD |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Colorless to slightly yellowish powder |
| Odor | No odor or sweet flower odor |
| p-Anisic acid Assay | Min 99.0 |
| P-Anisic aldehyde | Max. 0.1 |
| Melting point | 183.0 – 186.0 |
| Loss on drying | Max. 2.0 |
| Water content | Max. 2.0 |
| Heavy metals (as Pb) | Max. 10 ppm |
| Arsenic (As) | Max. 3 ppm |
Product Description:
Presatil PAS is a completely natural, mild preservative derived from anise and fennel. It effectively inhibits mitotic activity, helping to protect formulations against microbial growth while maintaining the integrity, color, and pH of other natural ingredients.
Application:
It is primarily used as a natural preservative and masking agent to neutralize or minimize the primary scent or taste of skincare products.
Storage:
Store in a dry place at $2-8^{\circ}C$, protected from light, and keep the container tightly closed.
Dosage:
1% – 10.0% (up to 20% in specific applications).
Shelf time:
3 years from the manufacturing date (Unopened packing).