Adipic Acid/neopentyl Glycol Crosspolymer
A cosmetic ingredient used as anticaking, antiperspirant, binding in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Adipic Acid/Neopentyl Glycol Crosspolymer is a copolymer of Adipic Acid and Neopentyl Glycol crosslinked by isopropyltriethoxysilane
What does it do?
Adipic Acid/neopentyl Glycol Crosspolymer is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Anticaking
prevents powders from clumping or caking, keeping them free-flowing
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Antiperspirant
reduces or controls perspiration
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Binding
holds the components of a formulation together, especially in pressed powders and compact makeup
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Bulking
adds volume or mass to a product without significantly changing its other properties
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Deodorant
reduces or masks unpleasant body odour
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Viscosity controlling
adjusts the thickness or flow of a formulation
EU regulatory status
Adipic Acid/neopentyl Glycol 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 Adipic Acid/neopentyl Glycol Crosspolymer?
Adipic Acid/neopentyl Glycol Crosspolymer is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Adipic Acid/Neopentyl Glycol Crosspolymer is a copolymer of Adipic Acid and Neopentyl Glycol crosslinked by isopropyltriethoxysilane
Is Adipic Acid/neopentyl Glycol Crosspolymer allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Adipic Acid/neopentyl Glycol Crosspolymer is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Adipic Acid/neopentyl Glycol Crosspolymer do in cosmetic products?
Adipic Acid/neopentyl Glycol Crosspolymer is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: anticaking, antiperspirant, binding, bulking, deodorant, viscosity controlling.
What is the CAS number of Adipic Acid/neopentyl Glycol Crosspolymer?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Adipic Acid/neopentyl Glycol Crosspolymer is -.
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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