Ethylhexyl Acrylate/Methoxy PEG-23 Methacrylate/Vinyl Acetate Copolymer

INCI: ETHYLHEXYL ACRYLATE/METHOXY PEG-23 METHACRYLATE/VINYL ACETATE COPOLYMER

CAS Number
Polymer — no single CAS (may have supplier-specific registry)
Function
Film former
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted — CIR assessed acrylates copolymers as safe in present practices of use when formulated to be non-irritating

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
negligible
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

Verify residual monomer levels (ethylhexyl acrylate is a strong sensitizer; vinyl acetate is IARC Group 2B possible carcinogen). Confirm manufacturing process with supplier to ensure polymer was not synthesized in benzene. Test for 1,4-dioxane contamination in ethoxylated PEG component.

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Concern Level: Moderate

Regulatory Flags

potential-allergen peg-ingredient

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ethylhexyl Acrylate/Methoxy PEG-23 Methacrylate/Vinyl Acetate Copolymer safe in cosmetics?

Verify residual monomer levels (ethylhexyl acrylate is a strong sensitizer; vinyl acetate is IARC Group 2B possible carcinogen). Confirm manufacturing process with supplier to ensure polymer was not synthesized in benzene. Test for 1,4-dioxane contamination in ethoxylated PEG component. The EU classifies Ethylhexyl Acrylate/Methoxy PEG-23 Methacrylate/Vinyl Acetate Copolymer as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Ethylhexyl Acrylate/Methoxy PEG-23 Methacrylate/Vinyl Acetate Copolymer allowed in the EU?

Ethylhexyl Acrylate/Methoxy PEG-23 Methacrylate/Vinyl Acetate Copolymer EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Ethylhexyl Acrylate/Methoxy PEG-23 Methacrylate/Vinyl Acetate Copolymer do in cosmetics?

Ethylhexyl Acrylate/Methoxy PEG-23 Methacrylate/Vinyl Acetate Copolymer functions as: Film former. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Polymer — no single CAS (may have supplier-specific registry).

What is the Margin of Safety for Ethylhexyl Acrylate/Methoxy PEG-23 Methacrylate/Vinyl Acetate 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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