Carbopol® Aqua SF-3 polymer

Identification & Functionality

INCI Name

Acrylates Copolymer

Cosmetic Ingredients Functions

Suspending Agent,

Viscosity Modifier

CAS No.

25212-88-8, 25035-69-2, 25133-97-5

Technologies

Cosmetic Ingredients

Product Families

Cosmetic Ingredients — Functionals

Rheology Modifiers,

Texturizers & Fillers

Features & Benefits

Benefit Claims

Compatibility,

Easy To Use,

Exfoliating,

Good Rheological Properties,

Improves Clarity,

Low Viscosity,

Sparkling Effect,

Stabilizing,

Superior Suspension

Labeling Claims

Cold Processable,

Credo Clean Standard,

Non-GMO,

Sustainable,

TSE-free,

Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty

Product Highlights

• Builds formulations that have exceptional suspension power, enabling striking visuals and other benefits
• Compatible with anionic, cationic, amphoteric and nonionic surfactants for broad application fit
• Easy-to-use liquid that is cold processable enabling flexible processing requirements
• Enhances pearlization appearance to improve the visual appeal of pearlizing additives in surfactant-based systems
• Low relative viscosity and high yield value
• Provides exceptional suspending and stabilizing properties in surfactant-based systems, even low viscosity formulations
• Suspends and stabilizes beads, microcapsules and exfoliants while maintaining product stability

Applications & Uses

Markets

Personal Care

Applications

Personal Care — Beauty & Care

Bath & Shower,

Hair Care,

Skin Care

Personal Care — Personal Hygiene

Hand Hygiene,

Other Personal Hygiene Applications

Application Format

Rinse Off

Bath & Shower Applications

Body Wash

Hair Care Applications

Shampoos & Rinses

Personal Hygiene Applications

Hand Soap,

Intimate Hygiene Products

Skin Care Applications

Facial Cleanser

Use Level

4 - 10%

Dosage

Recommended use level is 4 to 10 wt% as supplied

Properties

Physical Form

Liquid

Appearance

White

Odor

Acrylic

Specifications

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Brookefield Viscosity (at 25°C, minimum TS)	24 - 27	cP	TP-94-D
pH	2.5 - 4	—	TP-92-B
Solids	24 - 27	%	TP-00013
Turbidity	max. 50	NTU	TP-BRK-071
Viscosity (at 2.5% Mucilage)	2.5 - 4	cP	TP-BRK-071

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance

CFDA Compliant (China)

Regulatory status

China compliant

 

 

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type

Drums

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.