Lauryl Acrylate Crosspolymer

INCI: LAURYL ACRYLATE CROSSPOLYMER

CAS Number
Not assigned (crosslinked polymer — no discrete CAS)
Function
Absorbent, film former, emulsion stabilizer, viscosity increasing agent, suspending agent
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status prohibited
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted — CIR Expert Panel concluded safe in present practices of use and concentration (2017), provided 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

Residual monomer (lauryl acrylate) must be minimized to trace levels. Formulate to avoid irritation at higher concentrations.

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Concern Level: Low

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lauryl Acrylate Crosspolymer safe in cosmetics?

Residual monomer (lauryl acrylate) must be minimized to trace levels. Formulate to avoid irritation at higher concentrations. The EU classifies Lauryl Acrylate Crosspolymer as "prohibited". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Lauryl Acrylate Crosspolymer allowed in the EU?

Lauryl Acrylate Crosspolymer EU regulatory status: prohibited. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Lauryl Acrylate Crosspolymer do in cosmetics?

Lauryl Acrylate Crosspolymer functions as: Absorbent, film former, emulsion stabilizer, viscosity increasing agent, suspending agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not assigned (crosslinked polymer — no discrete CAS).

What is the Margin of Safety for Lauryl Acrylate Crosspolymer?

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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