Banned in EU

Acrylates/vp Crosspolymer

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

What is it?

Acrylates/VP Crosspolymer is a copolymer of N-Vinyl Pyrrolidone and one or more monomers of acrylic acid, methacrylic acid or one of their simple esters, crosslinked with 1,6-Hexamethylene Diisocyanate

What does it do?

Acrylates/vp Crosspolymer is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Binding

    holds the components of a formulation together, especially in pressed powders and compact makeup

EU regulatory status

This ingredient is banned in the European Union.

Acrylates/vp Crosspolymer is listed under Annex II of EU Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009 (entry 1113), making it prohibited in cosmetic products placed on the EU market.

Classification: N-Vinyl Pyrrolidone: and CMR2III/66

Frequently asked questions

What is Acrylates/vp Crosspolymer?

Acrylates/vp Crosspolymer is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Acrylates/VP Crosspolymer is a copolymer of N-Vinyl Pyrrolidone and one or more monomers of acrylic acid, methacrylic acid or one of their simple esters, crosslinked with 1,6-Hexamethylene Diisocyanate

Is Acrylates/vp Crosspolymer allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

No. Acrylates/vp Crosspolymer is banned for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Annex II of Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Acrylates/vp Crosspolymer do in cosmetic products?

Acrylates/vp Crosspolymer is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: binding.

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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: 01/04/2019