Is AMPS/HEMA Crosspolymer safe in cosmetics?
AMPS/HEMA Crosspolymer has a safety rating of "GOOD" in our database. EU status: restricted. US status: permitted.
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Cosmetic Ingredient
AMPS/HEMA Crosspolymer
INCI: AMPS/HEMA CROSSPOLYMER
AMPS/HEMA Crosspolymer (CAS Not assigned (crosslinked polymer)) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Viscosity controlling. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: restricted. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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Function
Viscosity controlling
Safety Rating
GOOD
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
restricted
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
Permitted; CIR has assessed it as safe at reported use concentrations
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for AMPS/HEMA Crosspolymer.
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Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for AMPS/HEMA Crosspolymer.
Regulatory Flags
potential-allergen
Frequently Asked Questions
Is AMPS/HEMA Crosspolymer allowed in the EU?
AMPS/HEMA Crosspolymer EU regulatory status: restricted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does AMPS/HEMA Crosspolymer do in cosmetics?
AMPS/HEMA Crosspolymer functions as: Viscosity controlling. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not assigned (crosslinked polymer).
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