HAIRPOL®

Hairpol chemical is a synthetic high molecular weight cross linked water soluble polymer of acrylic acid, which is known as "Carbomer". It's application is cosmetic, pharmaceutical and household industries.

It is available in liquid form, which is soluble in water, alcohols and glycols. Before neutralization, pH of hairpol grade solution lies between 2.5 and 3.0.

General Application: Thickening - To produce wide range of viscosities and flow properties Suspending - Insoluble ingredients Stablizing - Emulsion

GRADES

Traditional HAIRPOL 940,HAIRPOL 934,HAIRPOL 941,HAIRPOL 996,HAIRPOL 950, HAIRPOL 674,HAIRPOL 846,HAIRPOL 910,HAIRPOL 907,HAIRPOL 956
Benzene Free HAIRPOL 980,HAIRPOL 974,HAIRPOL 971
Pharmaceutical for Oral Use HAIRPOL 934P,HAIRPOL 974P,HAIRPOL 971P,HAIRPOL ELT-31
Sustained release HAIRPOL 971g,HAIRPOL 912G
High surfactant system HAIRPOL ET-1, HAIRPOL ET2020

VISCOSITY

Product (%) Solution PH Min. Viscosity (cps) Max. Viscosity (cps) Spindle number
(brookfield viscometer)
HAIRPOL 940/980 0.5 40,000 60,000 7
HAIRPOL 934/974 0.5 30,500 39,000 6
HAIRPOL 934P/974P 0.5 29,400 39,000 6
HAIRPOL 941/971 0.5 4,000 11,000 5

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 aging: 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

SELF LIFE

Liquid form - One year from date of manufacturing in intact condition
Powder form - Five year from date of manufacturing in intact condition


TOXICITY

Hairpol 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

Hairpol 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, hairpol polymers must be stored in a tightly closed container and away from direct contact with water and excessive humid conditions. Hairpol polymer's efficiency will not get affected up to two hours at temperatures below 104oC. 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.