Polyvinylacetamide

INCI: POLYVINYLACETAMIDE

CAS Number
28408-65-3
Function
Film-forming, hair fixative, viscosity controlling
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status restricted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted for cosmetic use under general polymer provisions

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
low
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

Limited published toxicological data specific to cosmetic use; superior viscosity stability versus PVP but not independently CIR-reviewed

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Concern Level: Moderate

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Polyvinylacetamide safe in cosmetics?

Limited published toxicological data specific to cosmetic use; superior viscosity stability versus PVP but not independently CIR-reviewed The EU classifies Polyvinylacetamide as "restricted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Polyvinylacetamide allowed in the EU?

Polyvinylacetamide EU regulatory status: restricted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Polyvinylacetamide do in cosmetics?

Polyvinylacetamide functions as: Film-forming, hair fixative, viscosity controlling. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 28408-65-3.

What is the Margin of Safety for Polyvinylacetamide?

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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