Acrylates/hema Copolymer
A cosmetic ingredient used as nail conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Acrylates/HEMA Copolymer is a copolymer of HEMA, and one or more monomers consisting of acrylic acid, methacrylic acid or one of their simple esters.
What does it do?
Acrylates/hema Copolymer is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Nail conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, or condition of fingernails and toenails
EU regulatory status
Acrylates/hema 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/hema Copolymer?
Acrylates/hema Copolymer is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Acrylates/HEMA Copolymer is a copolymer of HEMA, and one or more monomers consisting of acrylic acid, methacrylic acid or one of their simple esters.
Is Acrylates/hema Copolymer allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Acrylates/hema Copolymer is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Acrylates/hema Copolymer do in cosmetic products?
Acrylates/hema Copolymer is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: nail conditioning.
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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: 20/04/2018