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| Catalog Number | CI-HC-0114 |
| Product Name | Acrylates Copolymer |
| CAS | 25133-97-5 |
| Structure |  |
| Synonyms | Polymer of one or more monomers of acrylic acid, methacrylic acid or one of their simple esters |
| Description | Acrylates Copolymer is a type of polymer that is commonly used in many cosmetic products. It is a water-soluble polymer made up of several different monomers, including methyl methacrylate and butyl acrylate. Acrylates copolymer is added to cosmetic products to help them thicken, stabilize, and provide a smooth texture. Some of the cosmetic products that may contain acrylates copolymer include hairsprays, nail polishes, and lotions. In hairsprays, acrylates copolymer is used to help hold hair in place and provide a firm yet flexible hold. In nail polishes, acrylates copolymer is used to thicken the polish and help it adhere to the nail better. In lotions, acrylates copolymer is used to stabilize the emulsion, which allows the ingredients in the lotion to remain blended together. |
| IUPAC Name | ethyl prop-2-enoate;methyl 2-methylprop-2-enoate;2-methylprop-2-enoic acid |
| Molecular Weight | 286.32 g/mol |
| Molecular Formula | C14H22O6 |
| Canonical SMILES | CCOC(=O)C=C.CC(=C)C(=O)O.CC(=C)C(=O)OC |
| InChI | InChI=1S/2C5H8O2.C4H6O2/c1-4(2)5(6)7-3;1-3-5(6)7-4-2;1-3(2)4(5)6/h1H2,2-3H3;3H,1,4H2,2H3;1H2,2H3,(H,5,6) |
| InChI Key | WRQSVSBTUKVOMY-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| Appearance | white or colorless powder |
| Application | 1. Acrylates copolymer is commonly used as a thickening agent in personal care products such as lotions, creams, and gels. 2. It is also used in hair care products such as hair sprays, mousses, and styling gels to provide hold and volume to the hair. 3. Acrylates copolymer is used in sunscreen formulations to enhance the product's water resistance. 4. It is used in adhesives and sealants as a binding agent and to improve the adhesive properties of the product. 5. Acrylates copolymer is also used in paints and coatings as a film-forming agent, providing a protective barrier and enhancing the durability of the product. |
| Features And Benefits | 1. Enhances adhesive properties 2. Provides good water resistance 3. Improves texture and viscosity 4. Helps to stabilize emulsions 5. Forms a protective film on skin/hair 6. Increases the longevity of product on the skin/hair 7. Reduces tackiness of products. |
Acrylates Copolymer, characterized as a milky-white liquid, is a low-viscosity cross-linked acrylic polymer renowned for its exceptional suspending, stabilizing, and thickening abilities, ideally functioning within a pH range of 6.3 to 8, and maintaining thickening properties up to pH 11. It is stable across a broad temperature spectrum and demonstrates high resistance to shear forces. When neutralized with AMP, this copolymer yields crystal-clear, virtually colorless solutions, thereby enabling formulators to develop highly effective low-VOC hair sprays. Its unique emulsion form facilitates very low viscosities in high-water formulations, while its optimized molecular weight ensures optimal stiffness and hold. Being in an aqueous liquid state, it integrates seamlessly into any low-VOC hair spray formulation, offering excellent setting effects and curl retention even in extreme humidity. Additionally, Acrylates Copolymer is utilized in various surfactant-based cleaning products such as shower and bath gels, facial cleansers, shampoos, and conditioners, typically at concentrations ranging from 1% to 5%.
What is Acrylates Copolymer and what are its primary properties?
Acrylates Copolymer is a milky-white liquid that is a low-viscosity cross-linked acrylic polymer. It is known for its excellent suspending, stabilizing, and thickening properties. The polymer performs optimally within a pH range of 6.3 to 8, but can continue thickening up to a pH of 11. Furthermore, it maintains stability over a wide range of temperatures and is highly resistant to shear forces.
How does Acrylates Copolymer benefit hair spray formulations?
When neutralized with AMP, Acrylates Copolymer delivers crystal-clear and nearly colorless solutions. This clarity allows formulators to create highly effective low-VOC hair sprays. It is especially designed to optimize essential performance properties for low VOC hair spray systems, offering good stiffness and hold due to its optimized molecular weight. Additionally, it provides excellent setting effects and curl retention, even in extreme humidity conditions.
In which personal care products is Acrylates Copolymer commonly used?
Acrylates Copolymer is widely used in a variety of surfactant-based cleaning and personal care products. These include shower and bath gels, facial cleansers, shampoos, 2-in-1 conditioners, and baby shampoos. It is typically used at concentrations ranging from 1% to 5%.
What makes Acrylates Copolymer user-friendly in formulations?
The emulsion form of Acrylates Copolymer allows for very low viscosities in high water formulations, making it simple to use. As it is supplied as an aqueous liquid, it can be easily mixed into any low-VOC hair spray formulation, enhancing the formulator's ability to achieve precise and effective products with minimum effort.
Are there any specific conditions that enhance the performance of Acrylates Copolymer in formulations?
Yes, Acrylates Copolymer is most effective in formulations with a pH range between 6.3 and 8. The copolymer's performance is also enhanced when neutralized with AMP, allowing for the creation of clear and effective low-VOC solutions. Its molecular weight is specifically optimized to maintain good stiffness and hold in hair styling products, providing reliable performance across diverse environmental conditions.
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