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Aculyn™ 88 Rheology Modifier
Aculyn™ 88 is an anionic hydrophobically
modified alkali-soluble acrylic polymer emulsion (HASE) this
is lightly crosslinked with unusually high aqueous thickening
and stabilizing efficiency. This thickener is a liquid, cold-processable
product that instantaneously thickens upon neutralization
providing ease of handling and increased manufacturing efficiency.
Aculyn™ 88 is offered at 29% solids and is compatible
with high levels of surfactants. The polymer has a well-established
toxicological profile and is safe in normal use.
FEATURES
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Shear thinning rheology |
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Very efficient at building viscosity |
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Excellent surfactant and solvent compatibility |
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Synergy with Laponite®
Clay* for enhanced suspension in high surfactant systems |
* Laponite is manufactured by Southern
Clay Products, Inc./Rockwood Additives
Limited.
BENEFITS
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Imparts honey-smooth texture, spreading
and flow to personal care formulations |
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Enables suspension of particles, silicones,
pearlizing agents, and air bubbles |
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Excellent clarity |
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Effective at pH 4-12, depending on the
formulation |
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Film former |
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Polymeric emulsifier |
PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION*
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INCI Name: |
Acrylates/Steareth-20 Methacrylate Crosspolymer |
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Association: |
Very high (upon neutralization) |
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Ionic Nature: |
Anionic |
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Appearance: |
Milky White |
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Solvent: |
Water |
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Solids, %: |
29% |
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pH (as supplied): |
3.8 |
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Rheology: |
Short, non-stringy |
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Iodine value: |
Max 1 |
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Rheology: |
Short |
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Viscosity, mPAs (as supplied): |
<150 |
* The values presented in this chart should
not be considered as product specifications.
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