Chromapol - 5 polymer - Lubrizol-Beauty - Thickener

Knowde Enhanced TDS

Identification & Functionality

INCI Name: Acrylates/Beheneth-25 Methacrylate Copolymer
Cosmetic Ingredients Functions: Emulsifier,
Sensory Additive,
Thickener,
Viscosity Modifier
Technologies: Cosmetic Ingredients
Product Families: Cosmetic Ingredients — Functionals
Emulsifiers, Solubilizers & Dispersants,
Rheology Modifiers,
Sensory Modifiers

Features & Benefits

Benefit Claims: Conditioning,
Elegant Feel,
Emulsifying,
Emulsion Stabiliser,
Excellent Flexibility,
Flow Enhancement,
Formulation Performance,
Good Rheological Properties,
Improved Thickness,
Improves Clarity,
Self-Preserving,
Sensory Enhancement,
Smooth Texture,
Smoothing,
Specific Sensory Performance,
Viscosity Boosting
Labeling Claims: Fatty alcohols-free,
GMO-free,
Halal,
TSE-free,
Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty
Features and Benefits: Allows for hair color formulations free from fatty alcohols, maximizing formulation flexibility while maintaining color efficiency

Enables innovative product forms such as clear gels or glossy creams with very pleasant esthetics

No drip rheology allowing for better consumer experience as well as targeted hair coloring

Pleasing hair sensory and color vibrancy, especially when combined with Merquat™ conditioning polymers

Provides the potential to improve sustainability profile due to cold process and substantial savings in energy, batch time and amount of fatty phase required

Applications & Uses

Markets: Personal Care
Applications: Personal Care — Beauty & Care
Color Cosmetics,
Hair Care,
Skin Care
Personal Care — Personal Hygiene
Other Personal Hygiene Applications
Application Format: Gel,
Leave On
Hair Care Applications: Hair Color
Personal Hygiene Applications: Hair Removal Products
Use Level: 2.5 - 6.0%

Properties

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Brookefield Viscosity (1.0% Mucilge at 25°C)	30000 - 50000	cP	SAF-067
Brookefield Viscosity (1.0% or 0.2% Salt at 25°C)	12000 - 30000	cP	SAF-067
Brookfield Viscosity (at 25°C)	2 - 25	cP	TP-94-D
pH	2.3 - 3.5	—	TP-92-B
Solids	29.5 - 32	%	TP-745-C
Turbidity (at 1 % Mucilage)	max. 18	NTU	SAF-067

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance: CFDA Compliant (China),
Halal
Third Party Certified: Halal
Regulatory Status: Chromapol™ 5 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.
TSE/GMO Certificate: For a copy of this product's TSE/GMO Certification, please contact your local Lubrizol representative or request a copy through www.lubrizol.com

Safety & Health

Toxicology/Microbiological Studies: For information regarding toxicology and microbial data, please consult the SDS, contact your local Lubrizol representative or view at www.lubrizol.com

Packaging & Availability

Storage & Handling

Recommended Retest Period: Recommended retest period is 365 days from the date of manufacture.
Storage and Handling: Store in closed containers above 41°F (5°C) and below 86°F (30°C). Do not freeze. Protect from direct heat and light. Consult the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for additional pertinent information.