gantrez™ s polymers
chemistry: vinyl ether polymers and copolymers
INCI/chemical name: pvm/ma copolymer
SDS Link >Our gantrez™ s polymer line of methyl vinyl ether and maleic acid copolymers are bioadhesives that function in wet environments. They serve as excellent film formers and mucosal adhesives. These polymers deliver and hold actives on mucus membranes.
Available as a solution and powders, gantrez™ s copolymers are the free acid of gantrez™ an polymers. These copolymers are water-soluble resulting in clear, tacky solutions whose rheology can be modified with the addition of salts and bases.
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oral care features and benefits:
- offers bioadhesion to oral mucosa and enamel
- retains antibacterials in the mouth to kill germs between brushings holds flavors for long-lasting freshness
- interacts with cetylpyridinium chloride to deposit on hard and soft tissue
- forms films on dentin for flow reduction
- provides tartar control
- acts in combination with fluoride and pyrophosphate to prevent tartar
- vegan suitable
- acts as highly effective chelating agent for iron, magnesium, zinc and calcium ions
oral care applications:
- toothpastes
- mouthwashes
- mouth moisturizers
- denture care
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