Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Residual acrylic acid monomer typically less than 20 ppm; may cause irritation at high concentrations; non-biodegradable with microplastic concern
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ethylene/Acrylic Acid Copolymer safe in cosmetics?
Residual acrylic acid monomer typically less than 20 ppm; may cause irritation at high concentrations; non-biodegradable with microplastic concern The EU classifies Ethylene/Acrylic Acid Copolymer as "restricted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Ethylene/Acrylic Acid Copolymer allowed in the EU?
Ethylene/Acrylic Acid Copolymer EU regulatory status: restricted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Ethylene/Acrylic Acid Copolymer do in cosmetics?
Ethylene/Acrylic Acid Copolymer functions as: Film forming; viscosity increasing agent (aqueous). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 9010-77-9.
What is the Margin of Safety for Ethylene/Acrylic Acid 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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