Pemulen™ Polymers™ EZ-4U Polymer

Identification & Functionality

INCI Name

Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer

Cosmetic Ingredients Functions

Emulsifier,

Emulsion Stabilizer,

Sensory Additive,

Stabilizer,

Suspending Agent,

Thickener,

Viscosity Modifier

Technologies

Cosmetic Ingredients

Product Families

Cosmetic Ingredients — Functionals

Emulsifiers, Solubilizers & Dispersants,

Rheology Modifiers,

Sensory Modifiers,

Stabilizers,

Texturizers & Fillers

Features & Benefits

Benefit Claims

Broad pH Stability,

Cold Processable,

Compatibility,

Consistent Suspension,

Cost Effective,

Easy Dispersability,

Easy To Use,

Emulsifying,

Emulsion Stabiliser,

Hot Processable,

Light Feel,

Mild,

Pleasant Feel,

Sensory Enhancement,

Shine Enhancing,

Smooth Feel,

Smooth Texture,

Sprayability,

Stabilizing,

Suitable for Sensitive Skin,

Viscosity Boosting

Labeling Claims

Credo Clean Standard,

Ethoxylates-free,

Halal,

Sulfate-free,

Sustainable,

Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty

Product Attributes

PemulenTM EZ-4U polymer is a polymeric emulsifier that minimizes skin care formulation constraints through simpler processing and greater formulation flexibility in a cost-efficient manner while offering robust emulsion stabilization, freedom from HLB constraints, stability over a wide pH range, and flexibility for cold or hot processability all at low use levels. It allows the development of a wide variety of textures from a shiny, smooth cream to thin sprayable lotions. PemulenTM EZ-4U polymer provides a light sensorial profile and robustness to stabilize sophisticated ingredients, such as challenging oil systems, actives, perfumes, UV absorbers, film formers, and optical and sensory enhancers.

Key Attributes

• Allows for cold or hot processing enabling flexible processing requirements
• Can emulsify the highest levels of oil, up to 50% by weight
• CFDA compliant
• Compatibility with a broad range of oils
• Easy to use, extremely fast dispering, ultra-efficient cold process possible emulsifier appropriate for sustainable formulations
• Effectively stabilizes emulsions over a broad pH range: 4 to 9
• Enables formulation of water-resistant oil-in-water emulsions because formulations do not require the use of surfactants
• Enhanced sensory - light, refreshing and light residue
• Formulation flexibility allowing smooth textures through minimized structuring with other formulation ingredients
• High emulsion stability at low use levels
• JSQI compliant special grade available
• Mild emulsion stabilizer suitable for sensitive skin applications
• No ethoxylated material was intentionally added in the manufacturing of this product
• No HLB calculation required when formulating

Applications & Uses

Markets

Personal Care

Applications

Personal Care — Beauty & Care

Baby Care,

Bath & Shower,

Color Cosmetics,

Fragrances & Perfumes,

Hair Care,

Skin Care,

Sun Care,

Treatment Products

Personal Care — Personal Hygiene

Hand Hygiene,

Wipes, Tissue & Towel

Application Format

Balm,

Creams,

Gel,

Leave On,

Lotions,

Masks,

Rinse Off,

Roll On,

Serum,

Spray,

Stick,

Wipes

Baby Care Applications

Baby Wipes,

Diaper Cream

Color Cosmetic Applications

Contour

Fragrances & Perfume Applications

Fragrances & Perfumes

Hair Care Applications

Hair Creams,

Hair Gel,

Hair Masks,

Hair Serums,

Hair Styling Products,

Shampoos & Rinses

Personal Hygiene Applications

Hand Sanitizers

Skin Care Applications

After Shaves,

Anti-Aging Products,

Facial Mask,

Facial Moisturizer,

Make Up Remover,

Skin Gel,

Skin Serums,

Skin Toners,

Tattoo Care Products

Sun Care Applications

Sunscreen Cream

Wipes, Tissue & Towel Applications

Wet Wipes

Properties

Physical Form

Powder,

Solid

Appearance

White

Odor

Slight Acetic

Typical Properties

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Ethyl Acetate	max. 0.5	%	SA-009
Loss on Drying	max. 2	%	SA-004
Brookfield Viscocity (1% Mucilage, 25°C)	3000 - 13000	cPs	430-I
Cyclohexane	max. 0.5	%	SA-009

Heavy Metals

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Lead Content (at 10ppm)	Pass	—	SA-012
Arsenic Content (at 10ppm)	Pass	—	SA-012
Mercury Content (at 10ppm)	Pass	—	SA-012
Antimony Content (at 10ppm)	Pass	—	SA-012

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance

CFDA Compliant (China),

Halal

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type

Cartons

Storage & Handling

Storage

Store in a dry, well-ventilated place. Keep containers closed when not in use.

Recommended retest period is 730 days from the date of manufacture.