CARBOPOL 940 is a synthetic, high molecular weight polymer that is commonly used in the pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and personal care industries as a thickening, suspending, and stabilizing agent. It is also known as Poly(acrylic acid) and is a cross-linked polymer of acrylic acid that is chemically inert and non-toxic.In the pharmaceutical industry, CARBOPOL 940 is used as a binder in tablet formulations, as well as in topical gels, creams, and lotions as a viscosity-enhancing agent. In the cosmetic and personal care industries, it is commonly used in hair gels, shampoos, and other personal care products to improve their texture, consistency, and stability.