Amphomer® HC polymer is a high performance film-former and hair spray fixative specifically designed for use in systems containing a large proportion of hydrocarbon propellant. It is also compatible with dimethyl ether propellant systems and can be used to produce crystal clear hair spray solutions. Films of the polymer are hard, yet flexible, resulting in formulations that have excellent long-lasting hold. Amphomer® HC polymer provides the well-known market-leading stiffness and humidity resistance similar to Amphomer® polymer.

INCI Name: Acrylates/Octylacrylamide Copolymer

Functions: Film Former, Hair Fixative

Benefit Claims: Compatibility, Long Lasting, Strong Hold, Superior Performance

Labeling Claims: Credo Clean Standard, Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty

Technical Data Sheet

Knowde Enhanced TDS

Identification & Functionality

Cosmetic Ingredients Functions
CAS No.
129702-02-9

Features & Benefits

Product Highlights
  • AMPHOMER® polymer is an amphoteric acrylic hair fixative that offers market-leading stiffness and unprecedented high humidity curl retention properties. It is a stiff resin with unparalleled holding power for ultimate control in all temperature and humidity conditions.
  • AMPHOMER polymer can be applied in traditional and low VOC aerosol and pump hair sprays, and styling aids such as mousses, gels, creams, pomades, and glues where long-lasting finishing hold is desired.
  • AMPHOMER polymer also provides thermal protection properties (refer to US Patent 9,119,972 B2) and acts as a hair shield for hot heating implements such as flat irons and curling wands, helping to protect the hair cuticle from hair damage caused by heat.

Applications & Uses

Application Format
Hair Care Applications
Applications

Hair sprays, and styling aids such as mousses, gels, creams, pomades, and glues.

Properties

Appearance
Fine, white, free flowing powder
Characteristics
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Acidity1.88 - 2.22meq/g
Specifications
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Volatile Contentmax. 3.0%
Note

Typical Data are based on our own measurements or derived from the literature. They do not constitute part of the delivery specification.

Packaging & Availability

Regional Availability
  • Africa
  • Asia Pacific
  • Europe
  • Latin America
  • North America