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Acrylonitrile/methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer

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

What is it?

Acrylonitrile/Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer is a copolymer of Methyl Methacrylate and acrylonitrile crosslinked with Trimethylolpropane Trimethacrylate.

What does it do?

Acrylonitrile/methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer 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

EU regulatory status

Acrylonitrile/methyl 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 Acrylonitrile/methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer?

Acrylonitrile/methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Acrylonitrile/Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer is a copolymer of Methyl Methacrylate and acrylonitrile crosslinked with Trimethylolpropane Trimethacrylate.

Is Acrylonitrile/methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Acrylonitrile/methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Acrylonitrile/methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer do in cosmetic products?

Acrylonitrile/methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: film forming.

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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: 09/09/2016