Shellpol® 974P
Carbomer 974P
Medium-high viscosity · Medium flow · 30,500–39,400 mPa·s
Shellpol 974P is a pharmaceutical grade used as a thickener, suspending agent and mucoadhesive in oral liquids, suspensions and topical formulations.
Specification
Typical values. Each batch’s certificate of analysis gives the tested results.
| Product | Shellpol 974P carbomer |
|---|---|
| Pharmacopoeia type | Carbomer Homopolymer Type B |
| Viscosity (0.5% in water, neutralised) | 30,500–39,400 mPa·s |
| Viscosity level | Medium-high |
| Flow | Medium |
| Appearance | White, fluffy 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
- Oral liquids and suspensions
- Topical pharmaceutical gels
- Mucoadhesive formulations
- Bioadhesive systems
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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