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Sodium Styrene/Acrylates/Divinylbenzene Copolymer

INCI: SODIUM STYRENE/ACRYLATES/DIVINYLBENZENE COPOLYMER

CAS Number
Not individually assigned (polymeric; often grouped under broader styrene/acrylates CAS families)
Function
Opacifying agent, viscosity increasing agent
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted; falls under CIR group review of styrene copolymers — safe when formulated to avoid irritation

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
negligible
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

Residual monomer levels (styrene, divinylbenzene) must be minimized; same styrene monomer residue concerns as other styrene copolymers

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Concern Level: Low

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sodium Styrene/Acrylates/Divinylbenzene Copolymer safe in cosmetics?

Residual monomer levels (styrene, divinylbenzene) must be minimized; same styrene monomer residue concerns as other styrene copolymers The EU classifies Sodium Styrene/Acrylates/Divinylbenzene Copolymer as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Sodium Styrene/Acrylates/Divinylbenzene Copolymer allowed in the EU?

Sodium Styrene/Acrylates/Divinylbenzene Copolymer EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Sodium Styrene/Acrylates/Divinylbenzene Copolymer do in cosmetics?

Sodium Styrene/Acrylates/Divinylbenzene Copolymer functions as: Opacifying agent, viscosity increasing agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not individually assigned (polymeric; often grouped under broader styrene/acrylates CAS families).

What is the Margin of Safety for Sodium Styrene/Acrylates/Divinylbenzene 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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