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Rheology Modifiers / Carbomers

Acrypol 940

Acrypol 940 is a synthetic, cross-linked polyacrylic acid polymer used as a highly efficient thickening and rheology-modifying agent.

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About Acrypol 940

In brief

Facial gels; Moisturising gels; Hand sanitisers; Hair styling gels; Serums; Topical creams

What it is

Acrypol 940 is a synthetic, cross-linked polyacrylic acid polymer used as a highly efficient thickening and rheology-modifying agent. It produces high viscosity and sparkling-clear gels after neutralisation, making it suitable for formulations requiring a smooth texture and elegant appearance.

Key facts

Key facts about Acrypol 940
CategoryHair Care Ingredients
Product rangeRheology Modifiers / Carbomers

Features and benefits

Benefits

  • Provides high viscosity at low use levels.
  • Produces clear, transparent gels.
  • Improves product texture and consistency.
  • Suspends insoluble ingredients and decorative particles.
  • Helps stabilise emulsions and maintain product uniformity.

How it is used

Applications of Acrypol 940 and how it is used in each
ApplicationHow it is used
Facial gels
Moisturising gels
Hand sanitisers
Hair styling gels
Serums
Topical creams

Suitable formulations

  • Facial gels
  • Moisturising gels
  • Hand sanitisers
  • Hair styling gels
  • Serums
  • Topical creams

Finished products this class of material is suited to. Talk to us about your formulation.

Technical information

Specifications, handling and supply. Nothing on this page is hidden behind a control.

Supply and delivery

Why buy from Cerium Chemicals

Cerium supplies specialty raw materials to personal care and home care formulators from Industrial Area. Sourcing made easy.

Where we deliver

Cerium supplies formulators across East and Central Africa, dispatched from Industrial Area. Delivery times and freight depend on the pack size and the destination, so they are quoted with your order rather than guessed at here.

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