NM-Carbomer Aqua 20
INCI Name: Acrylates/ Steareth-20 Methacrylate Copolymer
NM-Carbomer Aqua 20 is an anionic hydrophobically modified alkali-soluble
acrylic polymer emulsion (HASE) with unusually high aqueous thickening and stabilizing
efficiency. This thickener is a liquid, cold-processable product that instantaneously thickens
upon neutralization providing ease of handling and increased manufacturing efficiency.
It is offered at 30% solids and specifically imparts efficient thickening properties, to formulations containing
high levels of surfactants. NM-Carbomer Aqua 20 is also with advantage to produce very clear formulations
containing high levels of surfactants.
Features and Benefits
⚫ Easy-to-Use Liquid Form
⚫ Thickening and Flow Control
⚫ Highly associative
⚫ Very pseudoplastic
⚫ Stabilization of hydrophobic (low solubility) components
⚫ Synergistic interaction with surfactants, particulates and hydrophobic raw materials
⚫ Thickens and stabilizes hydrogen peroxide
⚫ Stable in pH 5.5 to 12 formulations
⚫ High surfactant synergy
⚫ High-transparent Formulations
⚫ pH Flexibility
⚫ Surfactant Compatibility
⚫ Synergistic Thickening with Salt and Surfactants
Recommended Applications
⚫ Anti-dandruff shampoos
⚫ Bath foams
⚫ Curl activators
⚫ Depilatories
⚫ Emulsifier free formulations
⚫ Foaming facial cleansers
⚫ Hair styling gels
⚫ Liquid soaps
⚫ Lotions
⚫ Moisturizing creams
⚫ Shampoos
⚫ Shower gels
⚫ Skin masks
⚫ Waterless hand cleaners