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SEMITI NANO-30 vs Croda Solaveil CT-300

SEMITI NANO-30 is supplied as powder; Croda Solaveil CT-300 is supplied as 50% dispersion. Different forms, similar active TiO2 performance.

Croda's Solaveil CT-300 is a pre-dispersed 50% nano TiO2 in caprylic/capric triglyceride — drop-in for sunscreen emulsion oil phase. SEMITI NANO-30 is supplied as the underlying powder for formulators who pre-disperse in-house with their preferred carrier.

Side-by-side specification

Typical published specs for the two grades. Customer-specific CoA on inquiry.

PropertySEMITI NANO-30Croda Solaveil CT-300
FormPowder (40% pre-dispersible)50% dispersion in C12-15
Carrier flexibilityChoose your own carrierFixed (C12-15)
Storage stability12 months9–12 months
Active TiO270–80%50% (as supplied)
ConvenienceRequires pre-dispersionDrop-in ready
Cost per kg active TiO2Significantly lowerReference

Bold amber indicates the column with the stronger value on that line.

When to choose which

Choose
SEMITI NANO-30
  • Sunscreen production with in-house pre-dispersion capability
  • Buyers wanting carrier flexibility (cyclomethicone, esters, vegetable oils)
  • Cost-optimization in larger production volumes
Choose
Croda Solaveil CT-300
  • Boutique sunscreen brands with limited equipment
  • Formulators preferring ready-to-use ingredients
  • Specialty sunscreen with Croda technical support relationship

Drop-in substitution

For powder-to-dispersion equivalence: 1 kg Solaveil CT-300 = ~0.7 kg SEMITI NANO-30 + 1 kg carrier. Adjust formulation accordingly.

Pricing context

Solaveil CT-300 lands at premium pricing reflecting Croda branding + pre-dispersion. SEMITI NANO-30 + carrier delivers same active TiO2 at significantly lower cost.

Bottom line

For high-volume sunscreen producers, SEMITI NANO-30 + own carrier wins on cost flexibility. For smaller / specialty brands, ready-to-use Solaveil is the convenience choice.

Common questions

Can SEMITI NANO-30 powder replace Croda Solaveil CT-300 dispersion directly?+
Not as a direct drop-in — Solaveil CT-300 is a pre-dispersed 50% dispersion in C12-15 alkyl benzoate; SEMITI NANO-30 is the underlying powder. For equivalence: 1 kg Solaveil CT-300 ≈ 0.7 kg SEMITI NANO-30 + 1 kg your chosen carrier. Requires in-house pre-dispersion capability.
How does SEMITI NANO-30 cost compare to Solaveil CT-300 on an active TiO2 basis?+
Solaveil CT-300 carries premium Croda pricing reflecting branding and pre-dispersion. SEMITI NANO-30 + carrier delivers the same active TiO2 at significantly lower cost per kg of active ingredient. For high-volume sunscreen producers, the cost advantage of in-house dispersion is substantial.
When should I choose Solaveil CT-300 over SEMITI NANO-30 powder?+
Choose Solaveil CT-300 when: (1) you are a boutique sunscreen brand without high-shear mixing equipment for pre-dispersion, (2) you prefer a ready-to-use drop-in ingredient with Croda technical support, or (3) you have a Croda supply relationship that provides regulatory or marketing value. For larger producers with in-house dispersion capability, SEMITI NANO-30 + own carrier is the cost-optimal route.

Request SEMITI NANO-30 sample for Croda Solaveil CT-300 substitution trial

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