Lactic Acid/Glycolic Acid Copolymer
INCI: LACTIC ACID/GLYCOLIC ACID COPOLYMER
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Hydrolysis releases AHA monomers with pH-dependent release kinetics; at low pH, free acid levels may exceed AHA safe-use limits (≤10%, pH ≥3.5 per CIR); monomer ratio affects degradation rate.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Lactic Acid/Glycolic Acid Copolymer safe in cosmetics?
Hydrolysis releases AHA monomers with pH-dependent release kinetics; at low pH, free acid levels may exceed AHA safe-use limits (≤10%, pH ≥3.5 per CIR); monomer ratio affects degradation rate. The EU classifies Lactic Acid/Glycolic Acid Copolymer as "permitted". Safety rating: EXCELLENT.
Is Lactic Acid/Glycolic Acid Copolymer allowed in the EU?
Lactic Acid/Glycolic Acid Copolymer EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Lactic Acid/Glycolic Acid Copolymer do in cosmetics?
Lactic Acid/Glycolic Acid Copolymer functions as: Film forming, skin conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 26780-50-7.
What is the Margin of Safety for Lactic Acid/Glycolic 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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