Carbopol 940 .

Carbopol 940 . Specification

EINECS No
618-347-7

Physical Form
White fluffy powder

Refractive Rate
Not available

Shape
Powdered form

Poisonous
NO

Density
1.41 Gram per cubic centimeter(g/cm3)

Usage
Primarily in gels creams and lotions for thickening or stabilizing

Shelf Life
2 years when stored properly

Structural Formula
Polyacrylic acid (cross-linked polymer)

Appearance
White powder

Ph Level
2.5-3.5 (in 1% aqueous dispersion)

Molecular Formula
C3H4O2

Properties
High viscosity excellent stabilization and thickening capabilities

Purity
99% minimum

CAS No
9003-01-4

HS Code
390690

Grade
Pharmaceutical and cosmetic grade

Solubility
Soluble in water and alcohols; swells in water to form gels

Application
Used as a thickener stabilizer and emulsifier in pharmaceuticals cosmetics and personal care products

Storage
Store in a cool dry place away from moisture

Taste
Odorless and tasteless

Molecular Weight
72.06 g/mol (approximate)

Smell
Odorless

Melting Point
Not applicable (polymer)

Ingredients
Cross-linked acrylic acid polymer

About Carbopol 940 .

Applications

1. Pharmaceuticals: Tablet binder, suspension stabilizer, and controlled-release formulations

2. Cosmetics: Skincare and haircare products (thickener and stabilizer)

3. Industrial: Paper production, textile manufacturing, and oil drilling fluids

4. Food Industry: Beverage and food stabilizer

Benefits

1. High viscosity and thickening power

2. Excellent stability and emulsification properties

3. Non-toxic and hypoallergenic

4. Compatible with various ingredients

5. Cost-effective

FAQs of Carbopol 940 .:

Q: What is Carbopol 940?

A: Carbopol 940 is a cross-linked acrylic acid polymer in powdered form with high viscosity, stabilization, and thickening capabilities. It is primarily used as a thickener, stabilizer, and emulsifier in pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and personal care products.

Q: Is Carbopol 940 poisonous?

A: No, Carbopol 940 is not poisonous.

Q: What is the purity of Carbopol 940?

A: Carbopol 940 has a minimum purity of 99%.

Q: What is the shelf life of Carbopol 940?

A: Carbopol 940 has a shelf life of 2 years when stored properly in a cool dry place away from moisture.

Q: What are the uses of Carbopol 940?

A: Carbopol 940 is primarily used as a thickener, stabilizer, and emulsifier in gels, creams, and lotions in pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and personal care products.

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