Thickener

PRODUCT NAME：Carbomer 996

Carbomer 996 is a cross-linked polyacrylate polymer. It is used as a high-efficient rheology modifier, capable of providing high viscosity, excellent thickening and suspending performance with low-dosage. It is also widely used in O/W lotions and creams as a favorable suspending agent.

Specification:

INCI Name: Carbomer

Appearance: White fluffy powder

Oder: Slightly acetic

CAS No.: 9003-01-4

Features and Benefits:

Short flow properties

High viscosity

High suspending, thickening and stabilizing ability

Recommended Applications:

Hair styling gels

Moisturizing gels

Bath gels

Hand, body and face lotions

Creams

Formula Guidelines:

Typical recommended dosage at 0.2-1.0 wt %.

To disperse Carbomer 996 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.

The ideal viscosity can be achieved at pH ranges of 5.0～10.0 when neutralized; In a hydoalcoholic 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. 

Standard Packing: 20kg cardboard box with PE lining

Storage: Keep tightly closed in cool, dry and well-ventilated area

Shelf Life: 24 months