Ethylene/Potassium Acrylate Copolymer
INCI: ETHYLENE/POTASSIUM ACRYLATE COPOLYMER
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Acrylate copolymer permitted in EU and US; residual acrylic acid monomer must remain below irritation thresholds and formulate to be non-irritating per CIR guidance.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ethylene/Potassium Acrylate Copolymer safe in cosmetics?
Acrylate copolymer permitted in EU and US; residual acrylic acid monomer must remain below irritation thresholds and formulate to be non-irritating per CIR guidance. The EU classifies Ethylene/Potassium Acrylate Copolymer as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Ethylene/Potassium Acrylate Copolymer allowed in the EU?
Ethylene/Potassium Acrylate Copolymer EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Ethylene/Potassium Acrylate Copolymer do in cosmetics?
Ethylene/Potassium Acrylate Copolymer functions as: Binding agent, film former, hair fixative. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not uniquely assigned (polymer).
What is the Margin of Safety for Ethylene/Potassium Acrylate 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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