Polystyrene/Hydrogenated Polyisopentene Copolymer
INCI: POLYSTYRENE/HYDROGENATED POLYISOPENTENE COPOLYMER
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Copolymer shares microplastics and residual monomer concerns with polystyrene, while hydrogenated polyisopentene component is generally regarded as safe; no dedicated toxicological review exists for this specific copolymer.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Polystyrene/Hydrogenated Polyisopentene Copolymer safe in cosmetics?
Copolymer shares microplastics and residual monomer concerns with polystyrene, while hydrogenated polyisopentene component is generally regarded as safe; no dedicated toxicological review exists for this specific copolymer. The EU classifies Polystyrene/Hydrogenated Polyisopentene Copolymer as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Polystyrene/Hydrogenated Polyisopentene Copolymer allowed in the EU?
Polystyrene/Hydrogenated Polyisopentene Copolymer EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Polystyrene/Hydrogenated Polyisopentene Copolymer do in cosmetics?
Polystyrene/Hydrogenated Polyisopentene Copolymer functions as: Light Stabilizer, Viscosity Controlling. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not publicly assigned (copolymer).
What is the Margin of Safety for Polystyrene/Hydrogenated Polyisopentene 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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