NM-Carbomer 980 HC
is a cross-linked polyacrylate polymer, polymerized in co-solvent system of ethyl acetate and cyclohexane. It can provide high viscosity, excellent thickening and suspending performance with low-dosage. Its short flow (non-drip) properties are ideal for applications such as clear gels, hydroalcoholic gels, hand sanitizing gels, creams. When neutralized by alkali it forms sparkling clear water or hydroalcoholic gels and creams.
Details:
Product name: NM-Carbomer 980HC
INCI: Carbomer
Appearance: White powder
Viscosity (0.5 wt% at pH 7.5): 40,000-60,000 mPa·s
Clarity: Above 95% transmittance in a 0.5 wt% gel
Typical use level: 0.2-1.0 wt%
Packaging: 20 kg per carton with PE liner
Recommended Applications:
Hydroalcoholic gels
Hand sanitizing gels
Moisturizing gels
Hair styling gels
Bath gels
Hand, body and face lotions
Creams
Formula Guidelines:
1)Typical recommended dosage at 0.2~1.0 wt %.
2)To disperse NM-Carbomer 970 completely, it should be slowly and carefully sprinkled to dispersion medium while the mix is stirred rapidly to avoid formation of lumps; extremely high shear rate mixer should be carefully employed to avoid viscosity loss.
3)The ideal viscosity can be achieved at pH ranges of 5.0~10.0 when neutralized; In a hydroalcoholic system, a correct neutralizer must be chosen carefully based on the amount of alcohol to be gelled.
After neutralization, high-shear and lasting stirring should be avoided to keep stable thickening ability.