Ammonium Acrylates/Methylstyrene/Styrene Copolymer
INCI: AMMONIUM ACRYLATES/METHYLSTYRENE/STYRENE COPOLYMER
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Nano form is restricted in the EU (Annex II/1725) as of Feb 2025 — ensure your grade is non-nano and document this. Residual styrene monomer is a concern (IARC Group 2A possible carcinogen) — ensure supplier provides residual monomer specifications.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ammonium Acrylates/Methylstyrene/Styrene Copolymer safe in cosmetics?
Nano form is restricted in the EU (Annex II/1725) as of Feb 2025 — ensure your grade is non-nano and document this. Residual styrene monomer is a concern (IARC Group 2A possible carcinogen) — ensure supplier provides residual monomer specifications. The EU classifies Ammonium Acrylates/Methylstyrene/Styrene Copolymer as "restricted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Ammonium Acrylates/Methylstyrene/Styrene Copolymer allowed in the EU?
Ammonium Acrylates/Methylstyrene/Styrene Copolymer EU regulatory status: restricted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Ammonium Acrylates/Methylstyrene/Styrene Copolymer do in cosmetics?
Ammonium Acrylates/Methylstyrene/Styrene Copolymer functions as: Film forming, viscosity controlling, binding. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not assigned a single CAS (complex terpolymer).
What is the Margin of Safety for Ammonium Acrylates/Methylstyrene/Styrene 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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