{"product_id":"sodium-carbomer-preneutralized","title":"Sodium Carbomer, Preneutralized","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e02\/23\/2026 - Notice! The viscosity specification range for Sodium Carbomer has changed. Please review the Specification Sheet, which is under the SDS \u0026amp; Tech Data tab.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCAS No. 73298-57-4, 9003-04-07\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eSodium Carbomer is a pre-neutralized synthetic polymer that can be used to thicken, suspend and stabilize cosmetic formulations.  Requiring very low concentrations,  Carbomers are often used to adjust the viscosity of cosmetic preparations.  They dry quickly and are not film forming.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eSodium Carbomer does not require the alkaline catalyst that all other Carbomers require.  Sodium Carbomer is already neutralized, and in the sodium carbomer form, it is a dry powder with a pH of approximately 6.5. After mixing with water to create a simple gel matrix, the pH remains a 6-7.5. Unlike most Carbomers which are acidic and need to be neutralized with an alkaline substance to thicken them after introduction, Sodium Carbomer does not. As it is sprinkled into a formulation, it readily thickens within a pH range of approximately 5.0 to 10 at a concentration of 0.2%.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eCarbomers as an ingredient family resist bacterial attack and do not readily support mold growth.  Under normal conditions, gels prepared with Sodium Carbomer neither prevent nor promote the growth of microorganisms; therefore the addition of a suitable preservative system is advisable.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eBenefits\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLow dusting powder for superior handling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuick dispersion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSimplifies the production process\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003epH is constant during the production process\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe viscosity of finished products can be modified\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCan tolerate a 70:30 water\/alcohol blend (note that is NOT 70% alcohol, it is 30%!)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTypical Applications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEye Gels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBody Washes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShampoos\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreams and Lotions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eINCI: \u003c\/strong\u003eSodium Carbomer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCalifornia Prop 65 Statement: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe following statement is made in order to comply with the California Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act of 1986. This product contains residual solvent methanol (\u0026lt;3,000 ppm), which is known to the State of California to cause cancer or reproductive toxicity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eSDS \u0026amp; Tech Data\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Specification Sheet - Sodium Carbomer\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0026\/8317\/5001\/files\/Specification_Sheet_-_Sodium_Carbomer.pdf?v=1771871531\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSodium Carbomer Specification Sheet\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0026\/8317\/5001\/files\/sds_sodium_carbomer_20250805.pdf?v=1754410239\" title=\"SDS Sodium Carbomer\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSodium Carbomer SDS\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eFormulation Guide\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSodium Carbomer does not require any pre-dispersion as it thickens the formulation as soon as it is sprinkled into the water or a water\/alcohol blend giving a clear viscous gel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlow addition of the powder avoids the formation of lumps and guarantees quick thickening.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDuring preparation of emulsions, Sodium Carbomer can be dispersed into the oil or the water phase before the emulsification step. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt can also be sprinkled directly into the emulsion, stirring until a homogeneous mixture is obtained.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe pH achieved at 0.5% in water is around 7. If a lower pH is required, small adjustments are possible by adding acids (e.g. citric acid or lactic acid). High amounts of acid should be avoided because of the formation of salts that negatively affect the viscosity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe addition of water soluble UV absorbers can help prevent polymer degradation caused by UV radiation (which can cause a loss of viscosity).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eRecommended Usage Rate:\u003c\/span\u003e  0.2 - 0.5%\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/span\u003e White Powder\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSolubility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soluble in water\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTry Out These Formulations Using This Ingredient:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/lotioncrafter.live\/blogs\/facial-care\/lupine-date-collagen-boosting-antiaging-serum\" title=\"Lupine \u0026amp; Date Collagen Boosting Antiaging Serum\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eLupine \u0026amp; Date Collagen Boosting Antiaging Serum\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Undisclosed","offers":[{"title":"2 oz - $6.95","offer_id":13079664001113,"sku":"SDCARB-02","price":6.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8 oz - $19.95","offer_id":13079663968345,"sku":"SDCARB-08","price":19.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 lb - $36.95","offer_id":13079663935577,"sku":"SDCARB-1","price":36.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4.5 lbs - $149.95","offer_id":13079663902809,"sku":"SDCARB-45","price":149.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0026\/8317\/5001\/products\/SodiumCarbomer.JPG?v=1569320338","url":"https:\/\/lotioncrafter.live\/products\/sodium-carbomer-preneutralized","provider":"Lotioncrafter","version":"1.0","type":"link"}