Acrylates/ammonium Methacrylate Copolymer
A cosmetic ingredient used as antistatic, film forming in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Ammonium butenoate, polymer with propenoic acid, butenoic acid, and/or alkyl propenoates
What does it do?
Acrylates/ammonium Methacrylate Copolymer is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Antistatic
reduces static electricity, mostly in hair products to keep strands smooth and manageable
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Film forming
forms a thin continuous film on skin, hair, or nails — used in long-wear makeup, sunscreens, and hairsprays
EU regulatory status
Acrylates/ammonium Methacrylate Copolymer is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the European Union under Regulation 1223/2009. It is not subject to a specific Annex restriction at the time of writing.
Frequently asked questions
What is Acrylates/ammonium Methacrylate Copolymer?
Acrylates/ammonium Methacrylate Copolymer is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Ammonium butenoate, polymer with propenoic acid, butenoic acid, and/or alkyl propenoates
Is Acrylates/ammonium Methacrylate Copolymer allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Acrylates/ammonium Methacrylate Copolymer is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Acrylates/ammonium Methacrylate Copolymer do in cosmetic products?
Acrylates/ammonium Methacrylate Copolymer is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antistatic, film forming.
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Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 15/10/2010