Carbopol 940 | Polyacrylic Acid Polymer

Carbopol 940 is a synthetic high-molecular-weight polymer of acrylic acid, used as a gelling, thickening, and stabilizing agent in a wide range of applications. It is highly efficient at creating transparent gels and emulsions with excellent viscosity and rheology control.



Applications

  • Personal Care Products: Used in formulations of gels, creams, lotions, and shampoos for thickening and stabilizing.
  • Pharmaceuticals: Widely employed in topical drug delivery systems, such as gels and ointments, for its bioadhesive properties.
  • Household Cleaning Products: Found in dishwashing gels, floor cleaners, and surface-cleaning formulations for viscosity control.
  • Industrial Applications: Used in lubricants, adhesives, and coatings for improving texture and stability.
  • Cosmetics: Helps create transparent, elegant formulations in beauty products like serums and facial gels.
  • Paint and Coatings: Provides rheology modification and stability in water-based coatings.
CAS Number

9007-20-9

Appearance

White, fluffy powder

pH (0.5% solution)

2.5 to 3.0 (before neutralization)

Viscosity (0.5% solution)

40,000 to 60,000 cPs

Molecular Weight

4,000,000 g/mol

Solubility

Dispersible in water, requires neutralization to form a gel

Stability

Stable across a wide pH range

Thickening Efficiency

High; effective at low concentrations

Moisture Content

≤ 2%

Compatibility

Compatible with a wide range of surfactants and active ingredients

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