Acrylates/steareth-20 Methacrylate Crosspolymer
A cosmetic ingredient used as film forming in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Acrylates/Steareth-20 Methacrylate Crosspolymer is a copolymer of steareth-20 methacrylate and one or more monomers consisting of acrylic acid, methacrylic acid or one of their simple esters, crosslinked with an allyl ether of pentaerythritol or an allyl ether of trimethylolpropane
What does it do?
Acrylates/steareth-20 Methacrylate Crosspolymer 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
EU regulatory status
Acrylates/steareth-20 Methacrylate Crosspolymer 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/steareth-20 Methacrylate Crosspolymer?
Acrylates/steareth-20 Methacrylate Crosspolymer is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Acrylates/Steareth-20 Methacrylate Crosspolymer is a copolymer of steareth-20 methacrylate and one or more monomers consisting of acrylic acid, methacrylic acid or one of their simple esters, crosslinked with an allyl ether of pentaerythritol or an allyl ether of trimethylolpropane
Is Acrylates/steareth-20 Methacrylate Crosspolymer allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Acrylates/steareth-20 Methacrylate Crosspolymer is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Acrylates/steareth-20 Methacrylate Crosspolymer do in cosmetic products?
Acrylates/steareth-20 Methacrylate Crosspolymer is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: film forming.
What is the CAS number of Acrylates/steareth-20 Methacrylate Crosspolymer?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Acrylates/steareth-20 Methacrylate Crosspolymer is -.
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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