Formulating a Carrageenan Based Toothpaste

Recipe

No.IngredientsFunctions% Usage Levels
1Sorbitol, GlycerinHumectants40-60
2Trisodium Phosphate, Sodium PyrophosphateBuffers0.1-0.5
3Sodium Saccharin, TrichlorogalactoseSweeteners0.2-0.3
4Sodium Benzoate, Apple cider vinegarPreservatives0.1-0.5
5Sodium CMC (SOLUSE), Xanthan Gum (LAXAN)Thickeners0.6-0.8
6Gum Carrageenan (KGEEN)Thickener0.4-0.5
7Hydrated SilicaAbrasive15-17
8Green Tea, Spearmint, MintFlavors0.8%-1.0%
9Sodium lauryl sulfate, Sodium lauryl sarcosinate, Cocoamidopropyl betaineFoaming agents2.0%-2.5%
11Sodium FluorideFluoride ionSufficient quantity
12ColorAesthetic 
13WaterBase

METHOD

  • Dissolve sodium fluoride & sweeteners & water-soluble ingredients in hot water at about 600C; stir & keep aside.
  • Degas solution of humectants in a mixer by applying vacuum to get a gel-like mass and mix for 5-10 minutes.
  • Add abrasive to the above gel-like humectant solution & homogenize for 25 minutes to ensure even dispersion.
  • Add the very first solution which is kept at 600C
  • Add the foaming agents into the above mix & stir for 10 minutes for uniformity.
  • Cool & add flavors into the above mix & stir for 10 minutes.
  • Pack in suitable containers, once uniformity of the batch is ensured.

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