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Carbopol® 980 polymer

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Carbopol® 980 polymer is a highly efficient rheology modifier capable of providing high viscosity and forming clear gels, hydroalcoholic gels, and creams. It is a white powder composed of crosslinked polyacrylic acid polymerized in a cosolvent system that prioritizes safety. Its non-drip properties make it ideal for applications such as clear gels, hydroalcoholic gels, creams, and lotions.

INCI Name: Carbomer

Functions: Stabilizer, Suspending Agent, Thickener, Viscosity Modifier

Labeling Claims: Clean at Sephora, Credo Clean Standard, GMO-free, Halal, Sulfate-free, Sustainable, TSE-free, Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty

Certifications & Compliance: CFDA Compliant (China), Halal

Benefit Claims: Emulsion Stabiliser, High Viscosity, Improved Thickness, Improves Clarity, Light Feel, Stabilizing, Superior Suspension, Viscosity Boosting

Technical Data Sheet

Knowde Enhanced TDS

Identification & Functionality

INCI Name
CAS No.
9007-20-9, 9003-01-4, 76050-42-5, 9007-16-3, 9007-17-4, 9062-04-8

Features & Benefits

Product Highlights
  • High viscosity builder and stabilizer
  • Light skin feel
  • Provides clarity and a high suspending ability in hair gels
  • Short flow rheology characteristics

Applications & Uses

Personal Hygiene Applications

Properties

Physical Form
Appearance
White
Odor
Slight acetic
Specifications
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Arsenic (max. 2 ppm)PassSA-012
Brookefield Viscosity (0.2% Mucilge at 25°C)13000 - 30000cP430-I
Brookefield Viscosity (0.2% Mucilge at 25°C)40000 - 60000cP430-I
Claritymin. 85%485-D
Cyclohexanemax. 045%SA-009
Ethyl Acetatemax. 0.45%SA-009
Heavy Metals (max.10 ppm of PB,AS,HG,SB)PassSA-012
Loss on Dryingmax. 2%SA-004
Total Residual Solventmax. 045%SA-009

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance
Regulatory status
  • China compliant
  • Halal

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type

Storage & Handling

Storage
  • Store in a dry, well-ventilated place. Keep containers closed when not in use. Consult the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for additional pertinent information.
  • Recommended retest period is 730 days from the date of manufacture.