Carbomer Carbopol 940 Powder

Description

Carbomer Carbopol ® 940 Powder is a white powder, crosslinked polyacrylic acid polymer. It is an extremely efficient rheology modifier capable of providing high viscosity and forms sparkling clear gels or hydro-alcoholic gels and creams. Its short flow, non-drip properties are ideal for applications such as clear gels, hydroalcholic gels, and creams.

Primary Functions of Carbomer Carbopol ® 940 Powder:

• Rheology Modifier
• Suspending Agent
• Thickener

Cosmetic Benefits of Carbomer Carbopol ® 940:

• High viscosity builder and stabilizer
• Light skin feel
• Provides clarity and a high suspending ability in hair gels
• Short flow rheology characteristics

CAS NUM: 9003-01-4

INCI Name: Carbomer

Carbon: 47.0-50.8%

Hydrogen: 5.0-6.2%

Clearity: >= 80.0% (Neutral Solution)

Loss on Drying: <=2.0%

Percentage Purity : 99%

Compatibility: Because Carbomer 940 is anionic viscosity is affected by cations (especially sodium) and you will need to neutralize prior to the addition of other phase ingredients to minimize the impact, otherwise neutralize final formulation.

Neutralization: solution will not fully thicken until neutralized (pH raised). We recommend using Tetrasodium EDTA or Suttocide A to neutralize the Carbomer. Test the pH of the formulation with your pH meter. Then add neutralizing agent until a pH of 5.5-7 (depending on preference) is achieved.

   Other neutralizing ingredients (in ratio):

• TEA (Triethanolamine)99%: Begin with 99% pure Triethanolamine, and create a 50%solution with distilled water. Of this solution, you would generally use 4 parts TEA to every 1 part Carbomer 940.
• NaOH (Sodium Hydroxide): Begin with Caustic Soda Pearls and make a 25% solution with distilled water. Of this solution, you would generally use 2 parts NaOH to every 1 part Carbomer 940.
• KOH (Potassium Hydroxide): Begin with Potassium Hydroxide and make a 25%solution with distilled water. Of this solution, you would generally use 2 parts KOH to every 1 part Carbomer 940.
• DOW Versene 100 (Tetrasodium EDTA): Generally, you would add 1 part TetrasodiumEDTA to 1 part Carbomer 940.
• Suttocide A: Generally, you would use slightly more Suttocide A than Carbomer 940, for instance 0.9% Carbomer 940 and 1% Suttocide A. Suttocide A will preserve the formulation and neutralize the Carbomer. This is the exact ratio we typically use, and find that we can achieve adequate suspension, viscosity, and preservation with these exact usage rates while maintaining crystal clear solutions.

pH Range: 2.7 – 3.3 (0.5% neutral solution)

Country of Origin: USA

Certification: IS09001 quality System Certification ECOCERT /Cosmos Approved

Packaging: Our powders are packed in water proof zip lock pouches avoid spillage.

DISCLAIMER: All SOPHIX NATURAL PRODUCTS are for external use only unless otherwise STATED. This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.