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Catalog Number | CI-HC-0157 |
Product Name | PVP |
CAS | 9003-39-8 |
Structure | |
Description | PVP (polyvinylpyrrolidone) is a water soluble polymer with film forming properties. It is widely used in medicine (e.g. plasma volume expander or contact lenses). The molecular weight is K-90 (111.14 g/mol) |
Solubility | Soluble in water and alcoholic solvents (propanols, ethanol, glycerin), insoluble in oils and hydrocarbons |
Appearance | White to off-white powder, bland odor |
Application | Hair care products, adhesive film forming gels, color cosmetics. |
Storage | Store in a closed container at a dry place at room temperature |
Composition | Polyvinylpyrrolidone |
Features And Benefits | Effective thickening agent and film former for hair gels, hair sprays and adhesive powders and gelsUsage level is limited only by viscosityVery pH stable, non-ionic and colorlessBest when combined with carbomer or other thickeners to give stiffer hold in hair gelsActs also as a dispersant for titanium dioxide and organic pigments |
GMO | GMO-free (does not contain plant-derived components) |
HS Code | 2916110000 |
INCI | Polyvinylpyrrolidone |
Manufacture | PVP is produced synthetically by polymerization of N-vinylpyrrolidone with hydrogen peroxide. N-vinylpyrrolidone is produced by vinylation of 2-pyrrolidone. |
Preservation | Preservative-free |
Purity Grade | No purity grade applicable |
Raw Material Source | N-vinylpyrrolidone |
Uses | Typical use level 1-40%, about 4-7% in hair gels. Add to the water phase of formulations, hydrate & then mix well. For external use only. |