Salicylic Acid

Salicylic acid is a monohydroxybenzoic acid known for its ability to relieve aches and pains and reduce fevers. Although lethal in great quantities, salicylic acid is also used as a food preservative, as a bactericidal, and as an antiseptic. However, this chemical is probably best known for its use in acne treatments. Salicylic acid is used topically to help clear pimples and skin blemishes in people who have acne. This chemical treats acne by reducing swelling and redness and unplugging blocked skin pores. Topical salicylic acid is also used to treat skin conditions like psoriasis, calluses, or warts, which involve scaling or overgrowth of the skin. Salicylic acid treats these skin conditions by loosening the dry or scaly skin so that it can be easily removed.

Many fruits and vegetables are natural sources of salicylic acid, including blackberries, blueberries, radishes, cantaloupes, green peppers, dates, guavas, olives, raisins, tomatoes, and mushrooms. A few herbs and spices naturally contain high amounts of this chemical as well.

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Folic Acid

Folic acid is a water soluble B vitamin (B9) naturally occurring in foods like kale, spinach, asparagus, nuts, bananas, and mushrooms. In addition to it naturally occurring in foods, federal law required it to be added to American foods in 1998. To fulfill the law, it has been added to certain foods like crackers, breads, cold cereals, flour, pasta, and cookies. Folic acid is essential to many functions of the human body. This chemical is especially important in aiding rapid cell division and growth, such as during pregnancy and infancy. Many studies have shown that women who have 0.4 milligrams of folic acid daily during the first trimester of pregnancy reduce the risk that their baby will be born with a serious neural tube defect.

Children and adults both require folic acid to produce healthy red blood cells and prevent anemia. Additionally, many other health issues can be helped with folic acid including gum infections, nerve pain, restless leg syndrome, muscle pain, sleep problems, osteoporosis, age-related hearing loss, and depression.

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Tri-Calcium Phosphate

Tri-calcium phosphate is a calcium salt of phosphoric acid. This chemical product is used in foods as an anti-caking agent and as an acid regulator. As an anti-caking agent, tri-calcium phosphate helps maintain the fluffy characteristics of most dough products, such as cake and bread. Tri-calcium phosphate is also commonly found as an ingredient in dairy products such as yogurt, as well as in carbonated beverages, powder-based spices, and candies. The human body needs calcium in order to maintain bone health and density. The circulation of both calcium and phosphate into the blood promotes healthy deconstruction and reconstruction of the bones in the human body. Additionally, an adequate level of calcium and phosphorus allows cells within the body to properly store and convert energy.

You can take tri-calcium phosphate to supplement your daily calcium needs if you're concerned that you're not getting enough calcium from your diet already. Tri-calcium phosphate digests easily and is usually less expensive than other calcium supplements like calcium citrate.

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Di-Calcium Phosphate (Food Grade)

Di-calcium phosphate is an ionic salt, which means that it is made up of charged particles of calcium and phosphate, both of which humans need in their diet. Di-calcium phosphate is added to foods as a source of calcium, even though it has a lower percentage of calcium than the more familiar chemical, tri-calcium phosphate, which is also used as a calcium supplement (commonly in the form of calcium pills). Di-calcium phosphate is used as a dietary supplement in foods such as prepared breakfast cereals, dog treats, enriched flour, and noodle products. This chemical is even added to some foods as an anti-caking agent because the dry form of di-calcium forms a salt-hydrate with water and then keeps the food fresh by removing water that causes the food to go stale. Di-calcium phosphate helps to preserve organic products that might otherwise break down and lose integrity over time.

If inhaled, di-calcium phosphate can irritate the lungs and cause sneezing and/or coughing. It may also irritate the skin if touched. If you are thinking about taking di-calcium supplements, consult your doctor first because di-calcium may cause adverse affects when taken with other medications.

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Glycerine 99.5%

In 1779, glycerine was accidentally discovered by K.W. Scheele, a Swedish chemist, while he was heating a mixture of olive oil and litharge (lead monoxide). Scheele called glycerine the "sweet principle of fat" because of its sweet taste. Glycerine is a colorless, odorless, viscous, non-toxic liquid with a high amount of versatility. The key to glycerine's versatility is its unique combination of physical and chemical properties, compatibility with many other substances, and easy handling.

Because of its compatibility with other chemicals, glycerine is used in over 3500 products including:

• Food and beverage products

• Pharmaceutical products

• Personal care products like sun skin care, bar soaps, deodorants, cosmetics, facial cleansers, shampoo & conditioner, shower gels, and self-tanners.

• Oral care products such as mouthwash and toothpaste.

• Many other applications including agricultural, industrial, and laboratory uses.

About 300 million pounds of glycerine are used in the United States every year. Worldwide annual consumption totals about 1.1 billion pounds and is expected to rise as industrialization progresses in less developed countries.

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Caustic Soda 50% (AKA Sodium Hydroxide)

Caustic soda, otherwise known as sodium hydroxide (NaOH), is chemically reactive with a wide variety of other chemicals, including both organic and inorganic chemicals. Most users of caustic soda find that the 50% grade solution is the most useful form to buy because it is relatively easy to obtain and reasonably priced. Caustic soda is an essential ingredient in a wide range of industrial applications including:

• Pulp and paper – This is the largest application for caustic soda. Uses for this chemical include the de-inking of waste paper, as well as being a raw material in the pulping and bleaching process.

• Textiles – Caustic soda is used to process cotton and dye synthetic fibers, such as nylon and polyester.

• Bleach manufacturing – Caustic soda is used to make bleach, which can be used to control mold and mildew.

• Petroleum products – Caustic soda is used to produce petroleum and natural gas because it removes unpleasant smells from these materials by limiting the presence of hydrogen sulfide.

• Aluminum production – Caustic soda is used to dissolve bauxite ore, a raw material used in aluminum production.

• Chemical processing – Caustic soda is used to process several products including solvents, fabrics, coatings, adhesives, plastics, herbicides, dyes, pharmaceuticals, etc.

• Smaller applications for caustic soda include water treatment, cleaners for beverage bottles, drain and pipe cleaners, oven cleaners, and other household cleaning products.

Caustic soda is a highly corrosive chemical that can be dangerous if not handled properly. This chemical can cause serious burns to the eyes and skin. Also, if caustic soda comes in contact with your eyes, even only for a few seconds, it can cause permanent damage and even blindness. Before working with caustic soda, you should know where the nearest eyewash fountain or shower is located because if caustic soda comes in contact with any part of your body, begin rinsing immediately with large quantities of flowing water.

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Salt (Sodium Chloride) and Its Uses

Salt, also known as Sodium Chloride, is a chemical product used in many industries such as medicine, agriculture and food. For centuries, people have used salt as a cleaning agent for household surfaces. It can also cleanse and disinfect a wound. Salt is used in many brands of shampoo, toothpaste, and mouthwash. On the skin, salt can be extremely helpful as a massage element to improve skin complexion. Salt is added to most foods as a preservative, flavor enhancer, fermentation-control additive, texture-control agent, and/or color developer. As a preservative, salt inhibits the growth of bacteria because many micro organisms cannot live in an overly salty environment. Salt is added to promote color development in bacon, ham and many other processed meat products.

Salt is even used to de-ice driveways and patches of ice on roads. When temperatures are above 0 degrees Fahrenheit, roads are commonly de-iced with salt, spread over the roads by snowplows or dump trucks. On particularly slippery roads, salt is often mixed with sand and gravel. Sodium chloride (rock salt) is normally used because it is inexpensive and easy to get in large quantities.

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Potassium Citrate

Potassium is a mineral found in many foods and is needed for several parts of your body to function, especially your heart. Potassium citrate is a potassium salt of citric acid. It is a white powder with the ability to attract and hold small amounts of water. Potassium citrate has no smell, but tastes salty. There are a few common uses for potassium citrate, one of the uses being as a food additive. Potassium citrate is used to regulate the acidity in foods. It is frequently used in sodas as a buffering agent, to keep the acidity of the soda at a specified pH level.

This chemical product is also used in medicine to control kidney stones, specifically to treat a kidney stone condition called renal tubular acidosis. Your kidneys normally regulate your body's pH by removing acids from the blood and disposing them in the urine. Renal tubular acidosis is caused by a defect in the kidney tubes that causes acid to build up in the bloodstream. Therefore, potassium citrate is used to regulate the acidity levels in the patient’s body.

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Menthol Crystals

Menthol crystals are produced naturally through mentha arvensis – the primary species of mint. Mentha Arvensis grows in the Uttar Pradesh region in India. Menthol crystals are cooling, refreshing, and have a strong minty aroma. Menthol crystals are best stored in place with no humidity at a temperature of about 75 degrees Fahrenheit. Because menthol crystals are very concentrated, only a tiny amount of them is needed within products. Menthol crystals are excellent for use in products that help relieve muscular aches, coughing, congestion, poor hygiene, etc. Menthol is a chemical component in many consumer products including:

•    Non-prescription products for short-term relief of minor sore throat or mouth irritation such as cough drops, oral throat sprays, throat lozenges, and lip balms.

•    Oral hygiene products like mouthwash, toothpaste, and chewing gum.

•    Decongestants for chest and sinus pressure such as Vicks Vaporub and Mentholatum.

•    Perfumes that highlight floral notes (especially the rose scent).

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Propylene Glycol

Propylene Glycol is a colorless and virtually odorless viscous liquid. It does not irritate the skin, but is mildly irritating to the eyes. Propylene glycol has a slightly sweet taste and is approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for certain uses as food additives. Propylene glycol is hygroscopic and very stable. It has a high boiling point and low vapor pressure. Also, propylene glycol has the ability to dissolve other substances and is completely water-soluble. The properties of propylene glycol make it perfect for a lot of specific uses in many different industries. Propylene glycol has a very broad array of practical applications and is used as a chemical ingredient in many products including anti-freezes, foods, cosmetics products, pharmaceuticals, aircraft de-icing fluids, fragrances, and personal care products.

These are some of the ways propylene glycol is used:

•    As a solvent in pharmaceuticals including oral, inject-able, and topical formulas.

•    As a moisturizer in medicines, cosmetics, food, toothpaste, shampoo, conditioner, pet care products, mouth wash, hair dye, and tobacco products.

•    As an ingredient in massage oils, fragrance oils, hand sanitizers, antibacterial lotions, and saline solutions.

•    To make artificial smoke or fog theatrical productions and firefighter training.

•    As a vaporizable base for diluting the nicotine liquid in electronic cigarettes.

•    As a solvent for food colors and food flavorings.

•    As a wetting agent to determine time needed for paints and coatings to dry.

•    As a lubricant in air conditioning compressors.

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