NM-Carbomer 970

 NM–Carbomer 970

NM –Carbomer 970 is a cross-linked polyacrylate polymer, polymerized in co-solvent system of ethyl  

acetate and cyclohexane. It can provide high viscosity, excellent thickening and suspending performance  

with low-dosage. Its short flow (non-drip) properties are ideal for applications such as clear gels,  

hydroalcoholic gels, hand sanitizing gels, creams. When neutralized by alkali it forms sparkling clear water  

or hydroalcoholic gels and creams.  

Features and Benefits  

 Short flow properties  

 High viscosity  

 High suspending, thickening and stabilizing ability 

High clarity  

Recommended Applications  

 Hydroalcoholic gels  

 Hand sanitizing gels  

 Moisturizing gels  

 Hair styling gels  

Bath gels  

Hand, body and face lotions  

Creams  

Formula Guidelines  

 Typical recommended dosage at 0.2~1.0 wt %.  

To disperse NM-Carbomer 970 completely, it should be slowly and carefully sprinkled to dispersion  

medium while the mix is stirred rapidly to avoid formation of lumps; extremely high shear rate mixer  

should be carefully employed to avoid viscosity loss. 

The ideal viscosity can be achieved at pH ranges of 5.0~10.0 when neutralized; In a hydroalcoholic  

system, a correct neutralizer must be chosen carefully based on the amount of alcohol to be gelled.  

After neutralization, high-shear and lasting stirring should be avoided to keep stable thickening ability.