Ethalkonium Chloride Acrylate/HEMA/Styrene Copolymer
INCI: ETHALKONIUM CHLORIDE ACRYLATE/HEMA/STYRENE COPOLYMER
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Residual HEMA monomer is a known contact allergen; ensure residual monomer specification <100 ppm; primarily used in rinse-off cleansing products; Dow markets as Opulyn PQG Opacifier
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ethalkonium Chloride Acrylate/HEMA/Styrene Copolymer safe in cosmetics?
Residual HEMA monomer is a known contact allergen; ensure residual monomer specification <100 ppm; primarily used in rinse-off cleansing products; Dow markets as Opulyn PQG Opacifier The EU classifies Ethalkonium Chloride Acrylate/HEMA/Styrene Copolymer as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Ethalkonium Chloride Acrylate/HEMA/Styrene Copolymer allowed in the EU?
Ethalkonium Chloride Acrylate/HEMA/Styrene Copolymer EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Ethalkonium Chloride Acrylate/HEMA/Styrene Copolymer do in cosmetics?
Ethalkonium Chloride Acrylate/HEMA/Styrene Copolymer functions as: Opacifying. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 46830-22-2 [^1_10].
What is the Margin of Safety for Ethalkonium Chloride Acrylate/HEMA/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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