Allowed in EU

Acrylates/perfluorohexylethyl Methacrylate Copolymer

A cosmetic ingredient used as film forming in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

What is it?

Acrylates/Perfluorohexylethyl Methacrylate Copolymer is a copolymer of perfluorohexylethyl methacrylate, and one or more monomers consisting of acrylic acid, methoacrylic acid, or one of their simple esters.

What does it do?

Acrylates/perfluorohexylethyl Methacrylate Copolymer is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Film forming

    forms a thin continuous film on skin, hair, or nails — used in long-wear makeup, sunscreens, and hairsprays

EU regulatory status

Acrylates/perfluorohexylethyl 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/perfluorohexylethyl Methacrylate Copolymer?

Acrylates/perfluorohexylethyl Methacrylate Copolymer is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Acrylates/Perfluorohexylethyl Methacrylate Copolymer is a copolymer of perfluorohexylethyl methacrylate, and one or more monomers consisting of acrylic acid, methoacrylic acid, or one of their simple esters.

Is Acrylates/perfluorohexylethyl Methacrylate Copolymer allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Acrylates/perfluorohexylethyl Methacrylate Copolymer is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Acrylates/perfluorohexylethyl Methacrylate Copolymer do in cosmetic products?

Acrylates/perfluorohexylethyl Methacrylate Copolymer is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: film forming.

What is the CAS number of Acrylates/perfluorohexylethyl Methacrylate Copolymer?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Acrylates/perfluorohexylethyl Methacrylate Copolymer is 1557087-30-5.

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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: 24/05/2016