Carbomer

Carbomer

Poly(acrylic acid); PAA; Carboxyvinyl polymer; Carbopol

CAS 9003-01-4

Chemical Formula 9003-01-4C₃H₄O₂

Molecular Weight 450,000 to 4,000,000 Da

Carbomer is a synthetic polymer widely used in personal care and pharmaceutical products as a thickening, gelling, and stabilizing agent. It helps control the texture and consistency of gels, creams, and lotions, providing a smooth and uniform feel.

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Industrial Uses

1. Pharmaceuticals

  • Thickening Agent: Carbomers are used to control the viscosity and texture of liquid and semi-solid formulations.
  • Gelling Agent: They help form clear gels, particularly in topical drug formulations.
  • Suspending Agent: Carbomers help suspend active ingredients in liquid formulations, preventing them from settling.
  • Stabilizer: They stabilize emulsions and suspensions, preventing phase separation in formulations.
  • Controlled Release Agent: Carbomers are used in drug delivery systems to achieve controlled or sustained release of active ingredients.

2. Personal Care

  • Thickening Agent: Carbomers are used to adjust the viscosity of products, providing a smooth and stable texture.
  • Suspending Agent: They suspend solid particles or active ingredients within formulations to ensure uniform distribution.
  • Emulsifier: Carbomers help stabilize emulsions, keeping oil and water components from separating.
  • Stabilizer: They help maintain the stability of emulsions and gels over time.
  • pH Adjuster: Carbomers can modify the pH of products to ensure skin compatibility.

3. Food & Healthcare Ingredients

  • Thickening Agent: Carbomers are used to adjust the viscosity of liquid and semi-solid food products.
  • Gelling Agent: They form gels that help maintain consistency in various food products.
  • Emulsifier: Carbomers stabilize emulsions, preventing the separation of water and oil components in food products.
  • Stabilizer: They maintain the consistency and stability of food formulations over time.
  • Encapsulation Agent: Carbomers encapsulate ingredients, allowing for controlled release or stabilization in food products.

4. Chemical Synthesis

  • Rheology Control Agent: Carbomers modify the flow properties of liquids, making them thicker or more gel-like.
  • Suspending Agent: They help suspend particles in liquid formulations, ensuring even distribution.
  • Stabilizer: Carbomers prevent the separation of phases in emulsions and other chemical mixtures.
  • Viscosifier: Used to increase the viscosity of products like adhesives, coatings, and cleaning products.

5. Energy 

  • Viscosifier: Carbomers are used to increase the viscosity of fluids, particularly in hydraulic fracturing (fracking).
  • Gelling Agent: Carbomers form gels that help stabilize fluids used in drilling operations.
  • Thickening Agent: Carbomers help control the thickness of drilling muds and other fluids.

6. Agrochemicals

  • Suspending Agent: Carbomers suspend active ingredients in agricultural formulations, preventing settling.
  • Stabilizer: They help maintain the stability of agrochemical products.
  • Thickening Agent: Carbomers adjust the viscosity of pesticides, herbicides, and other agricultural formulations.
  • Encapsulation Agent: Carbomers encapsulate ingredients, ensuring controlled release over time.

Specifications

Assay ≥ 98% (typically, depending on grade)
Appearance White, fluffy, hygroscopic powder
Odor Odorless
Boiling Point Not applicable (decomposes)
Melting Point > 250°C (decomposes)
Density ~1.41 g/cm³
Solubility Swells in water, insoluble in most organic solvents
Viscosity Very high; varies with concentration and pH (e.g. 3,000–60,000 cP at 0.5–1%)
Flash Point Not applicable (non-flammable solid)

Hazard Symbols

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FAQs

1. What is the current price of Carbomer in India?
The price Carbomer can vary based on factors such as purity, quantity, etc. For the most accurate and competitive pricing, please contact us at +91.979 979 2121 directly for a customized quote tailored to your needs.

2. Where can I buy Carbomer in India?
You can purchase Carbomer from MULTICHEM, a leading importer with a reputation for quality and reliability. We provide convenient options for bulk orders and direct shipments across India. For more details on how to place an order, please visit our website or contact our sales team.

3. What is the minimum order quantity (MOQ) for Carbomer ?
Our minimum order quantity (MOQ) Carbomer is designed to cater to both small-scale and large-scale needs. The MOQ depends on the packing size of the product which could range from 25 kg to 250kg.

4. How can I ensure the quality of Carbomer supplied by Multichem ?                      
We adhere to stringent quality control processes to ensure that our products meet the highest standards of purity and effectiveness. They undergo rigorous testing and quality checks to guarantee that they comply with industry specifications. We provide a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) with every shipment to ensure transparency and quality assurance.