Acrolein/Acrylic Acid Copolymer

INCI: ACROLEIN/ACRYLIC ACID COPOLYMER

CAS Number
26125-61-1
Function
Film forming, binding agent
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status restricted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted in cosmetics; subject to residual monomer limits

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
negligible
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

The polymer itself is non-toxic, but residual free acrolein must be rigorously controlled; require COA specifying residual acrolein monomer content and GMP practice demands the lowest technically achievable residual monomer level.

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Concern Level: Moderate

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Acrolein/Acrylic Acid Copolymer safe in cosmetics?

The polymer itself is non-toxic, but residual free acrolein must be rigorously controlled; require COA specifying residual acrolein monomer content and GMP practice demands the lowest technically achievable residual monomer level. The EU classifies Acrolein/Acrylic Acid Copolymer as "restricted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Acrolein/Acrylic Acid Copolymer allowed in the EU?

Acrolein/Acrylic Acid Copolymer EU regulatory status: restricted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Acrolein/Acrylic Acid Copolymer do in cosmetics?

Acrolein/Acrylic Acid Copolymer functions as: Film forming, binding agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 26125-61-1.

What is the Margin of Safety for Acrolein/Acrylic Acid Copolymer?

adequate The Margin of Safety (MoS) is calculated using SCCS methodology. A MoS above 100 is generally considered safe. Use the MoS Calculator tool to calculate MoS for your specific formulation and product category.

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