Shellpol® 941
Carbomer 941
Low viscosity · Long flow · 4,000–11,000 mPa·s
Low viscosity with a long flow, and better salt tolerance than the high-viscosity grades. Shellpol 941 is used in lotions, low-viscosity gels, emulsion stabilisation and dermatological products.
Specification
Typical values. Each batch’s certificate of analysis gives the tested results.
| Product | Shellpol 941 carbomer |
|---|---|
| Pharmacopoeia type | Carbomer Homopolymer Type A |
| Viscosity (0.5% in water, neutralised) | 4,000–11,000 mPa·s |
| Viscosity level | Low |
| Flow | Long |
| Appearance | White powder |
| Neutralise with | TEA, NaOH or other bases, to about pH 5–9 |
| Packing | Moisture-proof bags and drums |
| Storage | Cool, dry place, container closed |
| Documents | COA with every batch, MSDS; ISO 9001, Kosher and Halal certificate copies on request |
Typical uses
- Lotions and low-viscosity gels
- Emulsion stabilisation
- Dermatological products
- Formulations containing some salts
How to use
Sift the powder slowly into the vortex of well-stirred water, let it hydrate fully, then add the base to thicken. Typical use levels are 0.1–1.0%. For neutraliser ratios or formulation advice, ask our technical team.
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