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Carbopol® Aqua SF-1 OS polymer

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Carbopol® Aqua SF-1 OS polymer is an acrylates copolymer and alkali-swellable rheology modifier specifically designed for skin care, sun care, and color cosmetic applications containing pigments. It offers excellent rheology and suspension in sophisticated oil-in-water skin care, sun care, or color cosmetic systems that contain high levels of coated and uncoated pigments (e.g., TiO2) or particles.

INCI Name: Acrylates Copolymer

Functions: Emollient, Film Former, Thickener, Viscosity Modifier

Labeling Claims: Cold Processable, Credo Clean Standard, GMO-free, Halal, Sustainable, TSE-free, Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty

Certifications & Compliance: CFDA Compliant (China), Halal

Benefit Claims: Aesthethic Enhancement, Easy To Use, Emolliency, Emulsifying, Emulsion Stabiliser, Film Forming, Good Electrolyte Tolerance, Good Rheological Properties, Sensory Enhancement, Specific Sensory Performance, Stabilizing, Superior Suspension

Technical Data Sheet

Knowde Enhanced TDS

Identification & Functionality

CAS No.
25212-88-8, 25035-69-2, 25133-97-5

Features & Benefits

Product Highlights
  • Easily co-emulsifies and stabilizes insoluble and difficult-to-stabilize ingredients such as silicones
  • Easy-to-use liquid that is cold processable enabling flexible processing requirements
  • Enhances TIO2 pigment distribution in emulsions, resulting in pleasant esthetics and high coverage efficiency
  • Excellent emulsion stabilization and suspension above 6.5 pH
  • Offers a pleasant sensorial experience with its soft sensory
  • Reduces level of emulsifiers and structurants required for optimum stability and texture
  • Electrolyte tolerant in emulsion
  • Pleasant sensory
  • Easy to use (liquid); cold processable
  • CFDA and JSQI compliant

Applications & Uses

Color Cosmetic Applications
Wipes, Tissue & Towel Applications
Use Level
1 - 3 %

Properties

Physical Form
Appearance
White
Odor
Slight acrylate
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
NOC70.0
Specifications
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Brookefield Viscosity (1.0% Mucilge at 25°C)3000 - 5500cPSAF-067
Brookefield Viscosity (at 25°C, minimum TS)2.0 - 25.0cPTP-94-D
pH2.2 - 3.8TP-92-B
Salt Viscosity Brookfield (at 25°C)400 - 1200cPSAF-067
Solids28.5 - 31.5%TP-745-C

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance
Regulatory status
  • China compliant
  • Halal

Carbopol® Aqua SF-1 OS polymer is widely registered on chemical inventories across the globe. For specific status, please consult the most recent Safety Data Sheet or contact your local Lubrizol representative.

Storage & Handling

Storage
  • Store in a dry location. Do not store in open, unlabeled or mislabeled containers. Keep containers closed when not in use. Do not freeze. Mild, thorough mixing before use will help to ensure that the polymer is in its original homogenous state. Filter before use. Consult the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for additional pertinent information.
  • Recommended retest period is 365 days from the date of manufacture.