gantrez™ es polymer series

chemistry: maleic anhydride polymers and copolymers

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gantrez™ es polymer grade INCIs:

gantrez™ es-215 polymer INCI: Ethyl Ester of PVM/MA copolymer
gantrez™ es-225 polymer INCI: Ethyl Ester of PVM/MA copolymer
gantrez™ es-335 polymer INCI: Isopropyl Ester of PVM/MA copolymer
gantrez™ es-425 polymer INCI: Butyl Ester of PVM/MA copolymer
gantrez™ es-435 polymer INCI: Butyl Ester of PVM/MA copolymer

Gantrez™ polymers are multifunctional fixative and styling polymers designed for spray styling, specifically hairsprays. Gantrez™ es polymers enables the stylist or consumer to create artistic hair styles, special effects with curling/flat irons, lift and spray volume, and sculpted hair styles.

Gantrez™ polymers are monoalkyl esters of poly (methyl vinyl ether/maleic anhydride). The polymethyl vinyl ether is a flexible film former while the maleic anhydride is a polar hard monomer which contributes to bonding strength.

technical information

recommended neutralisation levels for gantrez™ polymers
- 10–15% anhydrous aerosol hairsprays
- 15–20% 80% VOC aerosol and 55% VOC pump hairsprays
- 30–40% hydroalcoholic formulations (gels, mousses, etc.) and products for application to wet hair
  Note: <10% for improved H/C compatibility; only works with fatty amine neutraliser
compliant with global cosmetic regulations (Europe, US, Japan and China)
use level: 0.5–7% solids