Acrylates/octylacrylamide Copolymer
A cosmetic ingredient used as film forming, hair fixing in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
2-Propenoic acid, 2-methyl-, 2-methylpropylester, polymer with 2-propenoic acid and N-(1,1,3,3-tetramethylbutyl)-2-propenamide
What does it do?
Acrylates/octylacrylamide Copolymer is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Film forming
forms a thin continuous film on skin, hair, or nails — used in long-wear makeup, sunscreens, and hairsprays
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Hair fixing
holds hair in a desired style, typically through a flexible film coating each strand
EU regulatory status
Acrylates/octylacrylamide 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/octylacrylamide Copolymer?
Acrylates/octylacrylamide Copolymer is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 2-Propenoic acid, 2-methyl-, 2-methylpropylester, polymer with 2-propenoic acid and N-(1,1,3,3-tetramethylbutyl)-2-propenamide
Is Acrylates/octylacrylamide Copolymer allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Acrylates/octylacrylamide Copolymer is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Acrylates/octylacrylamide Copolymer do in cosmetic products?
Acrylates/octylacrylamide Copolymer is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: film forming, hair fixing.
What is the CAS number of Acrylates/octylacrylamide Copolymer?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Acrylates/octylacrylamide Copolymer is 129702-02-9.
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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