Acrypol®
Acrypol is a pre-neutralized, high molecular weight, cross-linked polyacrylate polymer designed for easy incorporation into cosmetic and pharmaceutical formulations. Unlike traditional carbomers that require neutralization steps, Acrypol comes pre-neutralized, enabling direct addition to oil, water, or surfactant phases, or even finished emulsions.
- Synonyms
- Carbomer, Carbopol, Polyacrylic Acid Polymer, Cross-linked Polyacrylate Polymer, Sodium Carbomer, Acrylic Polymer
- Chemical Formula
- (C3H4O2)n
- CAS Number
- 73298-57-4
- INCI name(s)
- Sodium Carbomer
Characteristics
- Melting Point
- > 250°C
- Density
- 150–250 g/cm³
- Forms
- Powder
Uses and applications
Key applications
- Suspension agent
- Thickening agent
- Pharmaceuticals
- Stabilizer