Description
An organic compound derived from acrylic acid, carbomer, is a significant component of numerous beauty and hair products. This FDA-approved compound has the quality to form a gel when mixed with water, and it also functions as an emulsifier in the cosmetic industry. Several polymers are present in this chemical, all of which are derived from acrylic acid.
BASIC INFO.:
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- CAS number: 9007-20-9
- Name: Carbomer.
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- Specifications: A gel-forming emulsifier used in various products related to cosmetics and self-care.
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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS:
- Treatment and Function: It forms a gel with water and is used in self-care products. Its emulsifying action has also been in application in the cosmetic industry. Carbomers in shampoo are the most common example of its application.
- Physical Form: White Powder.
- Medicine Type: Human Skincare.
- Ingredients: Carbomer API.
- Recommended for: Use in skincare products, hair products, makeups, etc.
- Storage: Store this drug in a dry, cool, well-ventilated area away from the heat or an ignition source.
USES:
This compound is present in various self-care items such as shampoo, lotions, creams, makeup, scrubs, cleanser, sunscreen, body washes, hair gels, etc.
CHEMICAL COMPOSITION:
IUPAC name for this compound is polyacrylic acid, and the chemical formula is (C3H4O2)n
PRODUCT APPLICATION:
The gel-forming nature of carbomer is applied in shampoo, hair styling gel, body washes, liquid soaps, etc. Skincare products can also use this compound; it acts as an emulsifier in body lotions, cream, makeup, cleanser, scrubs, etc. It also prolongs their shelf life along and smoothens their texture.
PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES:
- Melting Point – 12.5℃
- Density – 1.3±0.1g/cm3
- Form – Powder
- HS Code – 32100090
- Color – White
- Molecular Weight – 280.747g/mol
- Solubility – Soluble in Water.