Description

CarboMer CM204

CarboMer CM204 is a high-performance crosslinked Polyacrylic Acid polymer engineered to provide exceptional thickening, stabilizing, and suspending properties in pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and personal care formulations. It delivers medium-to-high viscosity with smooth, elegant rheology, making it suitable for high-clarity gels and stable emulsions across a wide pH range when properly neutralized.
CarboMer CM204 appears as a white, free-flowing, hygroscopic powder that disperses easily in water and swells extensively upon neutralization. It forms clear gels with pseudoplastic (shear-thinning) flow, providing excellent spreadability during application while maintaining viscosity and suspension stability at rest.
In pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and personal care formulations, CarboMer CM204 is used in:
• Topical gels, lotions, and creams requiring consistent viscosity and clarity
• Hydroalcoholic systems, including sanitizing and antiseptic gels
• Ophthalmic gels and mucosal applications demanding high clarity and gentle texture
• Oral care products where controlled viscosity and stability are required
• Emulsion systems where stabilization and uniform thickening are essential
• Controlled-release and transdermal formulation platforms
CarboMer CM204 provides reliable performance in systems containing electrolytes, surfactants, and bioactive ingredients. Its compatibility and efficiency make it ideal for modern formulations requiring both sensory appeal and functional stability.
CarboMer supplies CarboMer CM204 with control over viscosity, crosslink density, particle size, residual monomers, moisture levels, and microbial quality. Material is manufactured under rigorous quality systems and is appropriate for regulated pharmaceutical and personal care product development.
The material is packaged in sealed, moisture-resistant, tamper-evident containers to preserve stability. Available in laboratory, pilot, and commercial-scale quantities. Documentation includes Certificate of Analysis (CoA), Safety Data Sheet (SDS), and full traceability.
Each batch is tested for identity (IR), viscosity after neutralization, loss on drying, pH (after neutralization), residual solvents, and microbial limits. CarboMer provides formulation guidance to support optimal dispersion, hydration, and neutralization for maximum performance.
As with all CarboMer rheology modifiers, CarboMer CM204 is backed by dependable global supply, stringent quality control, and expert technical support to ensure consistent, safe, and effective use in high-performance formulations.