BASF
manufacturer
Ingredient Profile
Synthetic acrylic rheology modifier for clear gels, viscosity building, and suspension support.
INCI Name: Carbomer
CAS Number: 9003-01-4
IUPAC Name: N/A
EC Number: N/A
Molecular Formula: N/A
Ionic Type: Anionic after neutralization
Chemical Family: N/A
Abbreviations: N/A
Carbomer is an industrial ingredient used for rheology modifier, thickener, gel former, and suspension support polymer. in selected chemical formulation systems.
Carbomer is used in practical industrial formulations where rheology modifier, thickener, gel former, and suspension support polymer. are required. Grade selection should consider active matter or assay, impurity profile, physical form, pH range, compatibility, processing conditions, and supplier documentation. Typical values are screening guidance only and should not replace supplier specifications.
Commercial specifications vary by grade, impurity profile, concentration, physical form, and supplier documentation.
Typical Use Level: Commonly used around 0.1-1% depending on grade, neutralization, and electrolyte level.
Solubility: Dispersible and swellable in water after neutralization
pH Range: N/A
Functional Role: Rheology modifier, thickener, gel former, and suspension support polymer.
| Property | Value | Unit | Source / Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| Appearance | White fluffy powder | N/A | Typical industrial range; verify supplier specification. |
| Viscosity | Grade and neutralization dependent | N/A | Typical industrial range; verify supplier specification. |
| Solubility Water | Dispersible/swellable in water | N/A | Typical industrial range; verify supplier specification. |
| pH | 2.5 - 3.5 | N/A | Typical industrial range; verify supplier specification. |
| Moisture Content | Supplier dependent | N/A | Typical industrial range; verify supplier specification. |
| Particle Size | Supplier dependent | N/A | Typical industrial range; verify supplier specification. |
Electrolytes
status: limited | Electrolyte level can affect viscosity and clarity.
Water
status: compatible | Designed for aqueous hydration or dispersion with proper process controls.
Strong Acids
status: limited | Extreme pH can reduce performance; verify grade stability.
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Review and verify the supplier SDS/TDS before handling, scale-up, or commercial use. Powder handling can generate dust; review supplier SDS/TDS and avoid inhalation during charging.
Use must be assessed by product category, exposure route, impurity profile, and local requirements. Confirm current status from supplier documentation before market launch.