Polyacrylate-2 Crosspolymer

INCI: POLYACRYLATE-2 CROSSPOLYMER

CAS Number
Not separately assigned — derived from Polyacrylate-2 (CAS 31759-42-9) crosslinked
Function
Film forming; skin protectant (barrier function); viscosity increasing
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status restricted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes FDA considers safe at low concentrations as skin protector; CIR crosslinked alkyl acrylates review: safe as used

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Residual acrylamide monomer risk present despite crosslinking; crosslinking reduces reactivity but does not eliminate concern. Certificate of Analysis for acrylamide content required.

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Concern Level: Moderate

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Polyacrylate-2 Crosspolymer safe in cosmetics?

Residual acrylamide monomer risk present despite crosslinking; crosslinking reduces reactivity but does not eliminate concern. Certificate of Analysis for acrylamide content required. The EU classifies Polyacrylate-2 Crosspolymer as "restricted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Polyacrylate-2 Crosspolymer allowed in the EU?

Polyacrylate-2 Crosspolymer EU regulatory status: restricted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Polyacrylate-2 Crosspolymer do in cosmetics?

Polyacrylate-2 Crosspolymer functions as: Film forming; skin protectant (barrier function); viscosity increasing. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not separately assigned — derived from Polyacrylate-2 (CAS 31759-42-9) crosslinked.

What is the Margin of Safety for Polyacrylate-2 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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