Comparable viscosity profile to industry-standard grades such as Carbopol 974P
Pharmaceutical-grade Carbomers are manufactured under distinct process controls specific to pharmaceutical formulation requirements. Additional pharmaceutical-grade options beyond those listed may be available — contact us with your target application.
| Viscosity (Cp, 0.5wt% neutralized gel in water) | 25,000 – 45,000 |
|---|---|
| Polymerization solvent | Ethyl acetate / cyclohexane co-solvent, or pure ethyl acetate (benzene-free) |
| Pharmacopoeia compliance | EP / USP |
| Process controls | Pharmaceutical-grade process controls — batch documentation for regulatory filings |
| CAS Number | 9007-20-9 |
25,000 – 45,000
Ethyl acetate / cyclohexane co-solvent, or pure ethyl acetate (benzene-free)
EP / USP
Pharmaceutical-grade process controls — batch documentation for regulatory filings
9007-20-9
| Parameter | Specification | AM-974P |
|---|---|---|
| Appearance | White, loose powder | Conforms |
| pH (1% aqueous dispersion) | 2.5 – 3.5 | Conforms |
| Viscosity (0.5% neutralized) | 25,000 – 45,000 mPa·s | Conforms |
| Residual solvent | Ethyl acetate ≤0.5% | Conforms |
| Residual acrylic acid | 0.1% | Conforms |
White, loose powder
AM-974P: Conforms
2.5 – 3.5
AM-974P: Conforms
25,000 – 45,000 mPa·s
AM-974P: Conforms
Ethyl acetate ≤0.5%
AM-974P: Conforms
0.1%
AM-974P: Conforms
AM-974P demonstrates viscosity performance closely aligned with industry-standard reference grades across the neutralization concentration range tested (0.20%–1.00%).
Type B's cohesive crosslinked network suppresses bitterness in oral granules and slows drug release from tablets, supporting extended-release profiles.
A key excipient in new direct-compression oral granule formats, contributing binding and controlled hydration during processing.
Pharmaceutical-grade thickening for topical systems where a fuller gel body and stable emulsion are desired.
Clear, cohesive gel-forming behavior for pharmaceutical film applications requiring a stronger body than Type A.
Carbomer AM-974P (homopolymer Type B, pharmaceutical grade) is the medium-viscosity tier of our pharmaceutical Carbomer range, combining a fuller gel body with the cohesive, sustained-release behavior required in oral solid dosage applications.
Pharmaceutical-grade Carbomers are manufactured under distinct process controls specific to pharmaceutical formulation requirements.