Acrylates/palmeth-25 Itaconate Copolymer
A cosmetic ingredient used as viscosity controlling in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Copolymer formed from the half ester of itaconic acid and ethoxylated palm alcohol with an average of 25 moles of ethylene oxide and one or more monomers of acrylic acid, methacrylic acid or one of their simple esters
What does it do?
Acrylates/palmeth-25 Itaconate Copolymer is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Viscosity controlling
adjusts the thickness or flow of a formulation
EU regulatory status
Acrylates/palmeth-25 Itaconate 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/palmeth-25 Itaconate Copolymer?
Acrylates/palmeth-25 Itaconate Copolymer is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Copolymer formed from the half ester of itaconic acid and ethoxylated palm alcohol with an average of 25 moles of ethylene oxide and one or more monomers of acrylic acid, methacrylic acid or one of their simple esters
Is Acrylates/palmeth-25 Itaconate Copolymer allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Acrylates/palmeth-25 Itaconate Copolymer is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Acrylates/palmeth-25 Itaconate Copolymer do in cosmetic products?
Acrylates/palmeth-25 Itaconate Copolymer is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: viscosity controlling.
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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