Allowed in EU

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:

  • Antistatic

    reduces static electricity, mostly in hair products to keep strands smooth and manageable

  • 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