Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Residual acrylic acid and maleic anhydride monomers must be controlled. pH-dependent behavior – formulation pH must be managed
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sodium Acrylic Acid/MA Copolymer safe in cosmetics?
Residual acrylic acid and maleic anhydride monomers must be controlled. pH-dependent behavior – formulation pH must be managed The EU classifies Sodium Acrylic Acid/MA Copolymer as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Sodium Acrylic Acid/MA Copolymer allowed in the EU?
Sodium Acrylic Acid/MA Copolymer EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Sodium Acrylic Acid/MA Copolymer do in cosmetics?
Sodium Acrylic Acid/MA Copolymer functions as: Viscosity controlling, dispersing agent, film former. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 25987-30-8 (acrylic acid/maleic acid copolymer sodium salt).
What is the Margin of Safety for Sodium Acrylic Acid/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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