Gelling Agent for Alcohol Hand Gel

For making alcohol hand gel, Carbomer U21 is a recommended gelling agent.

• Carbomer U21 is a gel maker that can be used in formulations with a high proportion of ethyl alcohol.
• To achieve a clear gel texture when using Carbomer U21 with high alcohol content, it is recommended to neutralize the formulation, for example, by using AMP (2-Amino-2-methyl-1-propanol).
• It creates a water gel texture and helps make the gel clear.
• Mixing Method: Blend or stir until dissolved in water.
• Usage Rate: Typically 0.1-2% depending on the desired viscosity.

While other gelling agents like AnyGel™, Aristoflex AVC, and CarboQuick™ were also found, their descriptions primarily focus on use in water-based formulas or do not explicitly mention compatibility with high alcohol concentrations in the same way Carbomer U21 does. Therefore, Carbomer U21 is the most indicated option from the retrieved information for your specific need of making alcohol hand gel.