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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Residual acrylic acid monomer must be controlled; formulate to be non-irritating; classified as microplastic under EU definitions
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Potassium Acrylate Crosspolymer safe in cosmetics?
Residual acrylic acid monomer must be controlled; formulate to be non-irritating; classified as microplastic under EU definitions The EU classifies Potassium Acrylate Crosspolymer as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Potassium Acrylate Crosspolymer allowed in the EU?
Potassium Acrylate Crosspolymer EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Potassium Acrylate Crosspolymer do in cosmetics?
Potassium Acrylate Crosspolymer functions as: Viscosity controlling, film forming. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not uniquely assigned (cross-linked polymer).
What is the Margin of Safety for Potassium Acrylate Crosspolymer?
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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