Ethylhexyl Methacrylate/Methyl Methacrylate/VP Copolymer

INCI: ETHYLHEXYL METHACRYLATE/METHYL METHACRYLATE/VP COPOLYMER.

CAS Number
Not assigned (polymeric INCI ingredient; copolymers often lack a single CAS).
Function
Film forming.
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Allowed as a cosmetic ingredient. Methacrylate/VP copolymers are widely used and CIR-reviewed as a class.

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
low
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

As a high-molecular-weight copolymer, it is not expected to penetrate skin. Residual monomers (particularly methacrylates) should be minimized to avoid sensitization. VP (vinylpyrrolidone) residual monomer should be controlled.. Synthetic origin; the combination of ethylhexyl methacrylate (flexibility), methyl methacrylate (hardness), and VP (adhesion/hydrophilicity) allows tunable film properties - flexible yet adherent films with good humidity resistance.

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Concern Level: Moderate

Regulatory Flags

potential-allergen

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ethylhexyl Methacrylate/Methyl Methacrylate/VP Copolymer safe in cosmetics?

As a high-molecular-weight copolymer, it is not expected to penetrate skin. Residual monomers (particularly methacrylates) should be minimized to avoid sensitization. VP (vinylpyrrolidone) residual monomer should be controlled.. Synthetic origin; the combination of ethylhexyl methacrylate (flexibility), methyl methacrylate (hardness), and VP (adhesion/hydrophilicity) allows tunable film properties - flexible yet adherent films with good humidity resistance. The EU classifies Ethylhexyl Methacrylate/Methyl Methacrylate/VP Copolymer as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Ethylhexyl Methacrylate/Methyl Methacrylate/VP Copolymer allowed in the EU?

Ethylhexyl Methacrylate/Methyl Methacrylate/VP Copolymer EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Ethylhexyl Methacrylate/Methyl Methacrylate/VP Copolymer do in cosmetics?

Ethylhexyl Methacrylate/Methyl Methacrylate/VP Copolymer functions as: Film forming.. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not assigned (polymeric INCI ingredient; copolymers often lack a single CAS)..

What is the Margin of Safety for Ethylhexyl Methacrylate/Methyl Methacrylate/VP Copolymer?

not established 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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