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:
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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