Acrylates/Ammonium Methacrylate Copolymer

INCI: ACRYLATES/AMMONIUM METHACRYLATE COPOLYMER

CAS Number
Not a single CAS - polymer class; also known under Eudragit trade names in pharmaceutical applications
Function
Antistatic, Film Forming
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted; CIR assessed acrylates copolymers as safe as used in cosmetics

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Ensure residual monomers (methyl methacrylate, etc.) are within acceptable limits; methyl methacrylate is a known skin sensitizer at higher concentrations

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Concern Level: Moderate

Regulatory Flags

potential-allergen

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Acrylates/Ammonium Methacrylate Copolymer safe in cosmetics?

Ensure residual monomers (methyl methacrylate, etc.) are within acceptable limits; methyl methacrylate is a known skin sensitizer at higher concentrations The EU classifies Acrylates/Ammonium Methacrylate Copolymer as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Acrylates/Ammonium Methacrylate Copolymer allowed in the EU?

Acrylates/Ammonium Methacrylate Copolymer EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Acrylates/Ammonium Methacrylate Copolymer do in cosmetics?

Acrylates/Ammonium Methacrylate Copolymer functions as: Antistatic, Film Forming. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not a single CAS - polymer class; also known under Eudragit trade names in pharmaceutical applications.

What is the Margin of Safety for Acrylates/Ammonium Methacrylate 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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