Sodium C4-12 Olefin/Maleic Acid Copolymer
INCI: SODIUM C4-12 OLEFIN/MALEIC ACID COPOLYMER
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Data gap — no dedicated CIR safety assessment found. Polymer nature suggests low systemic risk, but residual monomers (maleic acid, olefin) should be controlled. Needs supplier CoA for monomer residuals before formulating
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sodium C4-12 Olefin/Maleic Acid Copolymer safe in cosmetics?
Data gap — no dedicated CIR safety assessment found. Polymer nature suggests low systemic risk, but residual monomers (maleic acid, olefin) should be controlled. Needs supplier CoA for monomer residuals before formulating The EU classifies Sodium C4-12 Olefin/Maleic Acid Copolymer as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Sodium C4-12 Olefin/Maleic Acid Copolymer allowed in the EU?
Sodium C4-12 Olefin/Maleic Acid Copolymer EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Sodium C4-12 Olefin/Maleic Acid Copolymer do in cosmetics?
Sodium C4-12 Olefin/Maleic Acid Copolymer functions as: Binder, viscosity regulator, film former, emulsion stabilizer. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not assigned / not listed in CosIng CAS field.
What is the Margin of Safety for Sodium C4-12 Olefin/Maleic Acid Copolymer?
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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