Hydrolyzed Ethylene/MA Copolymer

INCI: HYDROLYZED ETHYLENE/MA COPOLYMER

CAS Number
68441-17-8 (hydrolyzed form); parent polymer CAS 9006-26-2
Function
Film Forming, Binding, Viscosity Controlling
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted โ€” parent polymer listed in FDA Indirect Additives inventory (21 CFR food contact); no cosmetic restriction

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
negligible
Sensitization
high

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Expert Verdict

Residual monomer (maleic anhydride) is an irritant; must confirm residual monomer levels meet specifications (typically <0.1%); GHS07 warning for eye irritation on bulk polymer; synthetic origin โ€” not suitable for natural/organic claims

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Concern Level: High

Regulatory Flags

natural-origin

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hydrolyzed Ethylene/MA Copolymer safe in cosmetics?

Residual monomer (maleic anhydride) is an irritant; must confirm residual monomer levels meet specifications (typically <0.1%); GHS07 warning for eye irritation on bulk polymer; synthetic origin โ€” not suitable for natural/organic claims The EU classifies Hydrolyzed Ethylene/MA Copolymer as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Hydrolyzed Ethylene/MA Copolymer allowed in the EU?

Hydrolyzed Ethylene/MA Copolymer EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Hydrolyzed Ethylene/MA Copolymer do in cosmetics?

Hydrolyzed Ethylene/MA Copolymer functions as: Film Forming, Binding, Viscosity Controlling. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 68441-17-8 (hydrolyzed form); parent polymer CAS 9006-26-2.

What is the Margin of Safety for Hydrolyzed Ethylene/MA 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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