Carbopol, also called Carbomer or Carboxypoly-methylene is a generic name for synthetic high molecular weight polymers of acrylic acid used as thickening, dispersing, suspending and emulsifying agents in pharmaceuticals and cosmetics.
Carbopol U10 is a cross-linked polyacrylate polymer. It offers excellent stability at high viscosity and produces thick formulations for cosmetics.
Advantages:
Short flow characteristics
High viscosity
High ability of suspension
High transparency
Wettability
Application Area:
Carbopol 5984 is widely used in cosmetics, such as Shampoo, body lotion, shower lotion, hair care gel, skin care gel.