Acrylates/Methoxy PEG-23 Methacrylate/Perfluorooctyl Ethyl Acrylate Copolymer ⚠️
INCI: ACRYLATES/METHOXY PEG-23 METHACRYLATE/PERFLUOROOCTYL ETHYL ACRYLATE COPOLYMER
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
This is a PFAS-containing ingredient with perfluorooctyl ethyl acrylate (C8 perfluorinated monomer). Already banned in France as of January 2026 with EU-wide REACH restriction proposals in progress. Environmental persistence, bioaccumulation potential, and emerging regulatory pressure make this a formulation liability for EU/EEA markets. Immediate reformulation recommended.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Acrylates/Methoxy PEG-23 Methacrylate/Perfluorooctyl Ethyl Acrylate Copolymer ⚠️ safe in cosmetics?
This is a PFAS-containing ingredient with perfluorooctyl ethyl acrylate (C8 perfluorinated monomer). Already banned in France as of January 2026 with EU-wide REACH restriction proposals in progress. Environmental persistence, bioaccumulation potential, and emerging regulatory pressure make this a formulation liability for EU/EEA markets. Immediate reformulation recommended. The EU classifies Acrylates/Methoxy PEG-23 Methacrylate/Perfluorooctyl Ethyl Acrylate Copolymer ⚠️ as "prohibited". Safety rating: POOR.
Is Acrylates/Methoxy PEG-23 Methacrylate/Perfluorooctyl Ethyl Acrylate Copolymer ⚠️ allowed in the EU?
Acrylates/Methoxy PEG-23 Methacrylate/Perfluorooctyl Ethyl Acrylate Copolymer ⚠️ EU regulatory status: prohibited. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Acrylates/Methoxy PEG-23 Methacrylate/Perfluorooctyl Ethyl Acrylate Copolymer ⚠️ do in cosmetics?
Acrylates/Methoxy PEG-23 Methacrylate/Perfluorooctyl Ethyl Acrylate Copolymer ⚠️ functions as: Film forming. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not uniquely assigned.
What is the Margin of Safety for Acrylates/Methoxy PEG-23 Methacrylate/Perfluorooctyl Ethyl Acrylate Copolymer ⚠️?
not established 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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