Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Safe in non-nano form per CIR 2014. Nano form prohibited in EU as of March 2024. Verify supplier grade is non-nano; residual styrene monomer ideally less than 100 ppm.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Styrene/Acrylates Copolymer safe in cosmetics?
Safe in non-nano form per CIR 2014. Nano form prohibited in EU as of March 2024. Verify supplier grade is non-nano; residual styrene monomer ideally less than 100 ppm. The EU classifies Styrene/Acrylates Copolymer as "restricted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Styrene/Acrylates Copolymer allowed in the EU?
Styrene/Acrylates Copolymer EU regulatory status: restricted. Maximum allowed concentration: Non-nano form permitted; nano form prohibited. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Styrene/Acrylates Copolymer do in cosmetics?
Styrene/Acrylates Copolymer functions as: Film former, opacifying agent, viscosity increasing, SPF booster. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 9010-92-8.
What is the Margin of Safety for Styrene/Acrylates 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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