Allowed in EU

Acrylates/trifluoropropylmethacrylate/polytrimethyl Siloxymethacrylate Copolymer

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

What is it?

A copolymer of the dendritic monomer trifluoropropylmethacrylate, polytrimethylsiloxymethacrylate and one or more monomers consisting of acrylic acid, methacrylic acid or one of their simple esters

What does it do?

Acrylates/trifluoropropylmethacrylate/polytrimethyl Siloxymethacrylate 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

  • Hair fixing

    holds hair in a desired style, typically through a flexible film coating each strand

  • Skin conditioning

    improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin

EU regulatory status

Acrylates/trifluoropropylmethacrylate/polytrimethyl Siloxymethacrylate 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/trifluoropropylmethacrylate/polytrimethyl Siloxymethacrylate Copolymer?

Acrylates/trifluoropropylmethacrylate/polytrimethyl Siloxymethacrylate Copolymer is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. A copolymer of the dendritic monomer trifluoropropylmethacrylate, polytrimethylsiloxymethacrylate and one or more monomers consisting of acrylic acid, methacrylic acid or one of their simple esters

Is Acrylates/trifluoropropylmethacrylate/polytrimethyl Siloxymethacrylate Copolymer allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Acrylates/trifluoropropylmethacrylate/polytrimethyl Siloxymethacrylate Copolymer is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Acrylates/trifluoropropylmethacrylate/polytrimethyl Siloxymethacrylate Copolymer do in cosmetic products?

Acrylates/trifluoropropylmethacrylate/polytrimethyl Siloxymethacrylate Copolymer is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: film forming, hair fixing, skin 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: 15/10/2010