Acrylates/Methoxy PEG-4 Methacrylate Copolymer

INCI: ACRYLATES/METHOXY PEG-4 METHACRYLATE COPOLYMER

CAS Number
Not uniquely assigned (CosIng Ref No: 90961)
Function
Film forming
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Not restricted; CIR: safe as used

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
negligible
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

Lower PEG chain (4 EO units) reduces 1,4-dioxane risk vs. higher PEG variants, but testing still recommended; standard residual monomer control

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Concern Level: Low

Regulatory Flags

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Acrylates/Methoxy PEG-4 Methacrylate Copolymer safe in cosmetics?

Lower PEG chain (4 EO units) reduces 1,4-dioxane risk vs. higher PEG variants, but testing still recommended; standard residual monomer control The EU classifies Acrylates/Methoxy PEG-4 Methacrylate Copolymer as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Acrylates/Methoxy PEG-4 Methacrylate Copolymer allowed in the EU?

Acrylates/Methoxy PEG-4 Methacrylate Copolymer EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Acrylates/Methoxy PEG-4 Methacrylate Copolymer do in cosmetics?

Acrylates/Methoxy PEG-4 Methacrylate Copolymer functions as: Film forming. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not uniquely assigned (CosIng Ref No: 90961).

What is the Margin of Safety for Acrylates/Methoxy PEG-4 Methacrylate 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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