Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Major safety flag: Vinyl chloride monomer is a confirmed carcinogen producing DNA adducts; CPSC has banned vinyl chloride in self-pressurized household products; rigorous batch testing for residual monomer is mandatory
Frequently Asked Questions
Is VA/Vinyl Chloride Copolymer safe in cosmetics?
Major safety flag: Vinyl chloride monomer is a confirmed carcinogen producing DNA adducts; CPSC has banned vinyl chloride in self-pressurized household products; rigorous batch testing for residual monomer is mandatory The EU classifies VA/Vinyl Chloride Copolymer as "prohibited". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is VA/Vinyl Chloride Copolymer allowed in the EU?
VA/Vinyl Chloride Copolymer EU regulatory status: prohibited. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does VA/Vinyl Chloride Copolymer do in cosmetics?
VA/Vinyl Chloride Copolymer functions as: Film forming, Binding agent, Hair fixing. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 9003-22-9.
What is the Margin of Safety for VA/Vinyl Chloride 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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