GelomerTM
About Product
GelomerTM
- Around the world, people are inspired to live better through innovations in skin care , hair care and skin cleansing.
- GelomerTM range is a synthetic high molecular weight Crosslinked Polymer of acrylic acid which is known as “Carbomer”. Carbomer are essential ingredients in numerous products, including: pharmaceutical, cosmetics and personal care items, household, industrial and institutional care products, printing inks, adhesives and coatings.
- It is available in liquid form, which is soluble in water, alcohols and glycols, Before neutralization, pH of carbomer grade solution lies between 2.5 to 3.0
Product Range
- GelomerTM 934
- GelomerTM 940
- GelomerTM 956
- GelomerTM 971
- GelomerTM 974
- GelomerTM 980
- GelomerTM ET1
- GelomerTM RD20
General Applications
- Thickening : To produce wide range of viscosities and flow properties
- Suspending : Insoluble ingredients
- Stabilizing : Emulsion
Advantages
- Thickening efficiency: Low viscosity at high concentration.
- Uniform Performance: Carbomer gives uniform viscosity performance, while natural gums vary in their performance.
- Temperature Stability: There is no significant effect of temperature on polymer
- Unaffected by ageing: Excellent shelf life.
- Microbial Resistance: Resists bacterial attack and does not support mould growth.
- Versatility: Although primarily used in aqueous systems with neutralization, it can also be used in solvent systems, with or without neutralization.
- Elegance: Smooth and luxurious feeling.
Grades & Applications
| Grade | Availability | INCI | Key benefits | Recommended Application |
| Gelomer 940
Gelomer 980 |
Powder | Carbomer | High Viscosity
Very high clarity |
Hair Styling Gel, Aloe Vera Gels,Creams,Peel of mask |
| Gelomer 934
Gelomer 974 |
Powder | Carbomer | Opaque Gel
Short flow properties |
Creams, Toothpaste, Lotions |
| Gelomer 956 | Powder | Carbomer | Hydroalcoholic system
Medium Viscosity |
Hand Sanitizers, hydroalcohlic gels |
| Gelomer 971 | Powder | Carbomer | Ionic tolerance
High clarity gels |
Lotions, clear skin gels |
| Gelomer ET1 | Liquid | Acrylate Copolymer | Easy to use
High suspending value Transparent gel Cost effective |
Foaming facial cleansers, Transparent shampoos, baby shampoos, shower gels, face washes |
| Gelomer RD 20 | Powder | Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer | Self-wets and disperses within minutes | Shampoos, Body washes, Gels, Lotions and Creams |
Shelf Life
- Liquid Form: One year from date of manufacturing in intact condition.
- Powder Form: Five year from date of manufacturing in intact condition.
Toxicity
GelomerTM@Carbomer range is a high molecular weight polymer. It cannot be absorbed by body thus it is totally safe for human consumption. Test for toxicological tolerance shows that it does not have any pronounced, physiological action and is non-toxic.
- Dermal irritation (in vitro test) : non irritant
- Eye irritation (in vitro test) : non irritant
- Skin sensitization (max. test) : non sensitizing
Storage & Handling
Carbomer range is highly hygroscopic in supplied form, it contains maximum of 2.0% moisture. When exposed to open air at room temperature and 50% relative humidity, its equilibrium moisture uptake is 8.0% . All moisture uptake does not affect its efficiency but polymer with high level of moisture is more difficult to disperse and weigh accurately. So, carbomer polymer must be stored in a tightly closed container and away from direct contact with water and excessive humid conditions. Carbomer polymer’s efficiency will not get affected up to two hours at temperature below 104 degree celcius. When it is exposed to excessive temperatures, it can be plasticized and lose its characteristics.
Packing
- Liquid form : 60 kg plastic carboys and 200 kg plastic drum.
- Powder form : 25 kg HDPE bags and 50 kg HDPE bags/drum.
