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Acrylates Copolymer

Acrylic acid/alkyl acrylate copolymer

Safety Notes

Water-insoluble film former; provides water resistance in sunscreens and cosmetics; binder in makeup formulas; low sensitization risk from polymerized material; monomer residue, verify <0.1% acrylic acid monomer

Function & Common Use

Function

Film Former / Viscosity Agent

Category

Film Former

Common In

Sunscreens water-resistant products foundation primers

Origin

Synthetic

Concentration Limits

India (CDSCO)

No limit

EU Cosmetics Reg.

No limit

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Acrylates Copolymer safe to use in skincare?

Acrylates Copolymer has a Low concern rating from The Clean Sheet. Water-insoluble film former; provides water resistance in sunscreens and cosmetics; binder in makeup formulas; low sensitization risk from polymerized material; monomer residue, verify <0.1% acrylic acid monomer

Is Acrylates Copolymer allowed in India?

Acrylates Copolymer is currently classified as "Permitted" under Indian cosmetics regulations. No concentration limit is specified for India.

What is Acrylates Copolymer used for in cosmetics?

Acrylates Copolymer functions as: Film Former / Viscosity Agent. It is commonly found in: Sunscreens water-resistant products foundation primers.

TCS Assessment
Low Concern
Based on peer-reviewed safety data, regulatory status, and expert review by The Clean Sheet panel.

Regulatory Status

India (CDSCO)
Permitted
EU
Permitted
US FDA
Permitted
Korea (MFDS)
Permitted

Identifiers

CAS25133-97-5
ECN/A

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