Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Maleic anhydride monomer is a skin/respiratory sensitizer and irritant — residual levels must be verified. Styrene monomer (IARC 2A) residual control required
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Styrene/MA Copolymer safe in cosmetics?
Maleic anhydride monomer is a skin/respiratory sensitizer and irritant — residual levels must be verified. Styrene monomer (IARC 2A) residual control required The EU classifies Styrene/MA Copolymer as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Styrene/MA Copolymer allowed in the EU?
Styrene/MA Copolymer EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Styrene/MA Copolymer do in cosmetics?
Styrene/MA Copolymer functions as: Film forming, viscosity controlling, opacifying. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 9011-13-6.
What is the Margin of Safety for Styrene/MA 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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