CAS:9003-01-4 or 76050-42-5
INCI:Carbomer 940
Composition:Carbomer 940
Purity Grade:No purity grade applicable
Appearance:Fine white powder
PH Value:PH value: 2.7-3.3 (0.5% solution)
Solubility:Water-soluble
Preservation:Preservative-free
Storage:Store in a closed container at a dry place at room temperature
Country of Origin:China
Raw Material Source:Acrylic acid
Manufacture:Carbomer is produced by polymerization of acrylic acid to form high-molecular weight, cross-linked polymers of acrylic acid (polyacrylic acid).
Animal Testing:Not animal tested
GMO:GMO-free (does not contain plant-derived components)
Vegan:Does not contain animal-derived components
HS Code:2916110000
Description
Polyvinyl carboxy polymer crosslinked with ethers of pentaerythritol. Used as a viscosity enhancer or gelling agent primarily in systems where clarity or viscosity is required. Viscosity: 45,000-70,000 cps (0.5% solution).
Benefits
- Acts as powerful, ph-sensitive gelling thickener useful for making clear gels
- Stabilizes emulsions
Use
Typical use level 0.1-0.5% depending on the type of formulation desired viscosity. Carbomer must be thoroughly mixed and hydrated. Increasing the pH to >6.0, gives a gel structure. Neutralization can be carried out with inorganic bases such as NaOH or KOH or triethanolamine (TEA). For external use only.
Applications
Gel-creams, hair gels, and other gels, lotions, creams.
