Carbomer 940 Gel Thickener (Carbopol Type)
Acrylic acid polymer thickener for clear gels, hand sanitisers and creams, Carbomer 940 and related grades from China and India.
Options and prices
| Ref. | Grade / pack | USD range per kg | Minimum order |
|---|---|---|---|
| LY0715-1 | 940 20 kg | 11 - 17 | 500 kg |
| LY0715-2 | 940 10 kg | 12 - 19 | 200 kg |
| LY0715-3 | 940 5 kg | 14 - 21 | 100 kg |
| LY0715-4 | 934 20 kg | 9.50 - 15.00 | 500 kg |
| LY0715-5 | 980 20 kg | 12 - 19 | 500 kg |
| LY0715-6 | 941 20 kg | 13 - 20 | 500 kg |
FOB Qingdao / Shanghai, per kg. Indicative market ranges in USD, not offers. A written offer or proforma fixes price, specification and terms. Indicative prices, updated November 2026.
Carbomer 940 is a cross-linked polyacrylic acid powder that builds clear gel and stable viscosity once neutralised, used in hand sanitiser, hair gel, creams and topical pharma. LEYSEN buys from producers in China, India and the US and ships to your port. Price follows grade (934, 940, 941, 980), viscosity spec and 5 to 20 kg carton size. COA and TDS are agreed before shipment.
Specifications
| CAS | 9003-01-4 / 9007-20-9 |
|---|---|
| Viscosity (0.5% neutralised) | 40,000 to 60,000 mPa.s |
| Carboxylic acid content | 56 to 68% |
| Residual solvent | Benzene-free grades available |
| Appearance | White fluffy acidic powder |
| Packing | 20 kg or 10 kg cartons with inner PE bag, 5 kg on request, about 8 to 10 t per 20' container. |
| Typical origins | China, India, United States, South Korea |
Trade terms
- Price basis: FOB Qingdao / Shanghai, per kg
- Payment: Telegraphic transfer (T/T), Letter of credit (L/C)
- Minimum order: 500 kg
- Lead time: 15-30 days