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Novemer™ EC-2 Polymer

£9.00 - £85.00
£85.00
£9.00 - £85.00
£85.00

INCI Name: Sodium Acrylates/Beheneth-25 Methacrylate Crosspolymer (and) Hydrogenated Polydecene (and) Lauryl Glucoside

CAS Numbers: 68649-12-7, 110615-47-9 (and) Proprietary. 

Description

Novemer™ EC-2 polymer is a 20% solids, liquid, pre-neutralized polymer dispersed in oil. It is an easy-to-use, multifunctional polymer designed for use in skincare and sun care oil-in-water emulsions. Novemer EC-2 polymer enables elegant, stable emulsions containing active ingredients with electrolytes and suspended inorganic pigments.

Benefits

Effective Liquid Inverse Emulsion
  • High efficiency in the presence of difficult-to-thicken electrolytes and actives at pH 5.5-11
  • Delivers an elegant sensory (spreading, cascading effect, nice after-feel)
  • Functions as a primary emulsifier
  • Multifunctional: effectively stabilizes emulsions and provides excellent thickening and suspension properties.
Easy-To-Use Solution
  • Liquid pre-neutralized polymer
  • Exceptional polymer stability in storage and during challenging processing conditions
  • Simple and versatile addition at any hot or cold processing stage

Applications

  • Facial and body care
  • Sun care
  • Skin lightening
  • Body and hair cleansing applications
  • Hair care
Technical Details

Appearance

  • White, opaque liquid

Quality Control Parameters

  • Viscosity, (mPa·s), as supplied: 1,750 - 7,000
  • Polymer solids by weight: ~20%
  • pH of 2.5 wt% dispersion: 6.5 - 7.5
  • Viscosity of 1.25 wt% dispersion: (mPa·s) 8,000 - 30,000
  • Viscosity of 5.0 wt% dispersion: (mPa·s) 35,000 - 70,000

Shelf Life

  • Recommended retest period is 730 days from the date of manufacture.

Storage Conditions

Store in closed containers and protect from extreme temperatures. Do not freeze. Mix well before use. Use clean, dry mixing and dispensing equipment. Immediately reseal the container if not empty.

Freeze/Thaw

  • Passed 5 stability cycles

* Further documentation available with purchase

Formulation Guide
Found In
  • Perricone MD Cocoa Moisture Mask
  • AU Derme Clarifying Oil-Free Moisturizer
  • Comfort Zone Sublime Skin Eye Cream