TEA-Acrylates/Ethylhexyl Acrylate Copolymer
INCI: TEA-ACRYLATES/ETHYLHEXYL ACRYLATE COPOLYMER
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
⚠ 2-Ethylhexyl acrylate monomer was carcinogenic in mice at 21% dermal application — residual monomer must be minimized; may cause irritation at high concentrations; N-nitrosamine precaution for TEA
Frequently Asked Questions
Is TEA-Acrylates/Ethylhexyl Acrylate Copolymer safe in cosmetics?
⚠ 2-Ethylhexyl acrylate monomer was carcinogenic in mice at 21% dermal application — residual monomer must be minimized; may cause irritation at high concentrations; N-nitrosamine precaution for TEA The EU classifies TEA-Acrylates/Ethylhexyl Acrylate Copolymer as "restricted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is TEA-Acrylates/Ethylhexyl Acrylate Copolymer allowed in the EU?
TEA-Acrylates/Ethylhexyl Acrylate Copolymer EU regulatory status: restricted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does TEA-Acrylates/Ethylhexyl Acrylate Copolymer do in cosmetics?
TEA-Acrylates/Ethylhexyl Acrylate Copolymer functions as: Film forming, hair fixative, viscosity controlling. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not specifically assigned (complex copolymer).
What is the Margin of Safety for TEA-Acrylates/Ethylhexyl Acrylate 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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