Pemulen™ TR-2 NF Polymer

Suitable applications: Topical
Residual solvent: Cosolvent mixture of ethyl acetate and cyclohexane

Pemulen™ TR-2 NF polymer is a primary oil-in-water emulsifier which can emulsify up to 65 - 80% oil by weight. It is an emulsion former, not an emulsion stabilizer like many of the Carbopol® polymers. Pemulen™ TR-2 NF polymer can enable formulation of permanent emulsions at very low use levels of the polymer (less than 0.3 wt.%), even at elevated temperatures, without the use of irritating surfactants. Emulsions based on Pemulen™ polymers deposit an occlusive layer on the skin, delivering the topical medication in the form of low irritancy lotions and creams with elegant skin feel. Pemulen™ TR-2 NF polymer can also be used for high clarity topical gels with highly ionic components.