Stearyl Acrylate/VA Copolymer

INCI: STEARYL ACRYLATE/VA COPOLYMER

CAS Number
Polymer — no single CAS assigned
Function
Film Forming agent
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Not restricted

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Residual free acrylate monomer and vinyl acetate must be below detection limits. Standard polymer safety applies.

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Concern Level: Low

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Stearyl Acrylate/VA Copolymer safe in cosmetics?

Residual free acrylate monomer and vinyl acetate must be below detection limits. Standard polymer safety applies. The EU classifies Stearyl Acrylate/VA Copolymer as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Stearyl Acrylate/VA Copolymer allowed in the EU?

Stearyl Acrylate/VA Copolymer EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Stearyl Acrylate/VA Copolymer do in cosmetics?

Stearyl Acrylate/VA Copolymer functions as: Film Forming agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Polymer — no single CAS assigned.

What is the Margin of Safety for Stearyl Acrylate/VA 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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