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Polyacrylate-13

Sepimax Zen / similar acrylate polymer

Safety Notes

Salt-tolerant acrylate polymer; does not require neutralisation; compatible with electrolytes including salicylic acid serums; synthetic/not COSMOS

Function & Common Use

Function

Viscosity Agent

Category

Viscosity Agent

Common In

Modern serums gels

Origin

Synthetic

Concentration Limits

India (CDSCO)

No limit

EU Cosmetics Reg.

No limit

US FDA (21 CFR)

No specific 21 CFR cosmetic limit identified in source checked

Korea (MFDS)

No specific MFDS limit identified in source checked; verify if ingredient is used in a Korean functional cosmetic category

Pregnancy: No specific restriction identified in source checked; standard cosmetic use

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Polyacrylate-13 safe to use in skincare?

Polyacrylate-13 has a Low concern rating from The Clean Sheet. Salt-tolerant acrylate polymer; does not require neutralisation; compatible with electrolytes including salicylic acid serums; synthetic/not COSMOS

Is Polyacrylate-13 allowed in India?

Polyacrylate-13 is currently classified as "Permitted" under Indian cosmetics regulations. No concentration limit is specified for India.

What is Polyacrylate-13 used for in cosmetics?

Polyacrylate-13 functions as: Viscosity Agent. It is commonly found in: Modern serums gels.

TCS Assessment
Low Concern
Data Confidence
High
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
Australia (TGA)
Cosmetic ingredient; standard TGA cosmetic framework applies; no therapeutic goods listing required unless therapeutic claims are made
Canada (NHPID)
Not specifically listed as restricted cosmetic ingredient in NHPID source checked; standard Health Canada cosmetic notification applies

Identifiers

CAS28829-59-0
ECN/A

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