Glucam P-20 – PPG-20 Methyl Glucose Ether | Alcohol Smoothing Agent & Physical Perfume Fixative

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Glucam™ P-20 (PPG-20 Methyl Glucose Ether) is a functional technological ingredient for modern perfumery, operating at the level of formula structure and fragrance behavior over time.

From a chemical perspective, it is a methyl glucose derivative with a branched polypropylene glycol chain. This molecular architecture creates a soft, organized medium within the fragrance composition, in which aromatic molecules evaporate more slowly and more evenly.

In professional perfumery, Glucam P-20 is used as a neutral emollient and a technological modifier for alcohol-based systems. It is also applied as a mild physical perfume fixative and fragrance fixative that has no intrinsic odor and does not interfere with the olfactory profile of the composition.

Functionally, the material helps to:
— slow down the evaporation of volatile components, especially top notes and transparent molecular structures
— smooth the fragrance development and create more even transitions between phases
— improve overall structural coherence and control of the formula on skin
— enhance the tactile perception of alcohol-based bases upon application

One of its key practical effects is the reduction of alcohol harshness. In alcohol-based perfume formulations, Glucam P-20 softens the sharp alcoholic opening, improves application comfort, and gently polishes the first minutes of fragrance development. This effect is particularly valuable in transparent, molecular, and minimalist compositions where clarity and precision are essential.

Recommended usage levels in perfumery:
— 0.5–1.0 %: light smoothing of alcohol harshness and a cleaner opening
— 1–2 %: noticeable leveling of fragrance development and perceptible extension of longevity
— 2–3 %: pronounced technological effect, used when stronger control over volatile notes is required

In most cases, the optimal working range is around 1–2 % of the total formula weight. Higher dosages are possible but should be carefully tested to avoid excessive smoothing or loss of brightness in the opening.

As a perfume base modifier, Glucam P-20 performs particularly well in:
— alcohol-based fragrance formulas with a high proportion of volatile materials
— woody-amber and molecular compositions where diffusion and clarity are important
— fragrances where alcohol sharpness needs to be reduced without adding heaviness

In professional practice, Glucam P-20 is often regarded as an emollient for perfumery, a gentle alcohol smoothing agent, and a supporting molecular perfumery ingredient that reinforces the structure of a composition without contributing any odor of its own.

It is important to note:
Glucam P-20 is not a substitute for a well-built perfume base and not a universal fixative. It does not correct weak formulas, but in well-composed fragrances it allows for more precise control of fragrance behavior on skin and a more extended, balanced performance.

The material is fully compatible with ethanol, easy to incorporate into perfume formulas, does not cause haze, and does not affect clarity when used at appropriate levels.

Origin: Lubrizol, one of the world’s leading manufacturers of functional ingredients for perfumery and cosmetics.

INCI: PPG-20 Methyl Glucose Ether
CAS: 61849-72-7

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Safety information

This material is intended for professional perfumery use only.
Handle with care. Avoid direct contact with eyes and mucous membranes.
Store tightly closed, away from heat and direct sunlight.
Use appropriate protective equipment when working with raw materials.

Shipping and delivery

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Please note that our shop offers perfumery raw materials exclusively for non-commercial use. All materials are intended for evaluation purposes, creative experimentation, learning, DIY projects, and small-scale formula testing.

Products are supplied in limited retail quantities and are not positioned as raw materials for industrial manufacturing or commercial cosmetic production. Our format focuses on individual use and personal fragrance development.

Legal notice

This product is a fragrance concentrate intended exclusively for professional, technical, or educational use.
It is not intended for direct skin application or ingestion in undiluted form.

By purchasing this product, the buyer agrees to handle, dilute, store, and use the material responsibly and in compliance with applicable regulations. The seller accepts no liability for misuse, improper dilution, mishandling, or unintended application of the product.

In accordance with § 312g Abs. 2 Nr. 3 BGB, the right of withdrawal is excluded if the sealed packaging has been opened after delivery.
Returns are accepted only if the original sealed packaging remains intact within 14 days (§ 355 BGB).
Opened or used products are excluded from return.
Please note: in case of returns from outside Germany, shipping costs are non-refundable.