Potassium Butyl Ester of PVM/MA Copolymer

INCI: POTASSIUM BUTYL ESTER OF PVM/MA COPOLYMER

CAS Number
Not specifically assigned (polymeric complex)
Function
Film forming, hair fixative
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted; PVM/MA copolymers reviewed by CIR as safe

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
negligible
Sensitization
none

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Expert Verdict

Polymers of this class are generally regarded as inert and non-toxic with no significant safety concerns.

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Concern Level: Low

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Potassium Butyl Ester of PVM/MA Copolymer safe in cosmetics?

Polymers of this class are generally regarded as inert and non-toxic with no significant safety concerns. The EU classifies Potassium Butyl Ester of PVM/MA Copolymer as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Potassium Butyl Ester of PVM/MA Copolymer allowed in the EU?

Potassium Butyl Ester of PVM/MA Copolymer EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Potassium Butyl Ester of PVM/MA Copolymer do in cosmetics?

Potassium Butyl Ester of PVM/MA Copolymer functions as: Film forming, hair fixative. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not specifically assigned (polymeric complex).

What is the Margin of Safety for Potassium Butyl Ester of PVM/MA 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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