Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Limited dedicated toxicological data published; safety relies on the general principle that high-MW polymers are biologically inert. Residual monomer content (maleic anhydride) should be controlled
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sodium Isooctylene/MA Copolymer safe in cosmetics?
Limited dedicated toxicological data published; safety relies on the general principle that high-MW polymers are biologically inert. Residual monomer content (maleic anhydride) should be controlled The EU classifies Sodium Isooctylene/MA Copolymer as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Sodium Isooctylene/MA Copolymer allowed in the EU?
Sodium Isooctylene/MA Copolymer EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Sodium Isooctylene/MA Copolymer do in cosmetics?
Sodium Isooctylene/MA Copolymer functions as: Binding agent; film forming; viscosity controlling. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 31959-24-1.
What is the Margin of Safety for Sodium Isooctylene/MA 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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