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Acrylates/Steareth-20 Methacrylate Crosspolymer

INCI: ACRYLATES/STEARETH-20 METHACRYLATE CROSSPOLYMER

CAS Number
Not individually assigned
Function
Viscosity controlling
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes CIR-reviewed within cross-linked alkyl acrylates group: 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

Ethoxylated component with 1,4-dioxane trace monitoring required; residual monomer control recommended.

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Concern Level: Low

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Acrylates/Steareth-20 Methacrylate Crosspolymer safe in cosmetics?

Ethoxylated component with 1,4-dioxane trace monitoring required; residual monomer control recommended. The EU classifies Acrylates/Steareth-20 Methacrylate Crosspolymer as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Acrylates/Steareth-20 Methacrylate Crosspolymer allowed in the EU?

Acrylates/Steareth-20 Methacrylate Crosspolymer EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Acrylates/Steareth-20 Methacrylate Crosspolymer do in cosmetics?

Acrylates/Steareth-20 Methacrylate Crosspolymer functions as: Viscosity controlling. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not individually assigned.

What is the Margin of Safety for Acrylates/Steareth-20 Methacrylate Crosspolymer?

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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