Acrylic Acid/vp Crosspolymer
A cosmetic ingredient used as surfactant - cleansing, viscosity controlling in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Acrylic Acid/VP Crosspolymer is a copolymer of acrylic acid and vinyl pyrrolidone monomers crosslinked with pentaerythritol triallyl ether (PETE)
What does it do?
Acrylic Acid/vp Crosspolymer is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Surfactant - cleansing
surfactant whose primary cosmetic role is cleansing — the active workhorse in soaps, shampoos, and body washes
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Viscosity controlling
adjusts the thickness or flow of a formulation
EU regulatory status
Acrylic Acid/vp 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 Acrylic Acid/vp Crosspolymer?
Acrylic Acid/vp Crosspolymer is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Acrylic Acid/VP Crosspolymer is a copolymer of acrylic acid and vinyl pyrrolidone monomers crosslinked with pentaerythritol triallyl ether (PETE)
Is Acrylic Acid/vp Crosspolymer allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Acrylic Acid/vp Crosspolymer is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Acrylic Acid/vp Crosspolymer do in cosmetic products?
Acrylic Acid/vp Crosspolymer is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: surfactant - cleansing, viscosity controlling.
What is the CAS number of Acrylic Acid/vp Crosspolymer?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Acrylic Acid/vp Crosspolymer is 527685-31-0.
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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: 23/01/2011