Butyldimethicone Methacrylate/methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer
A cosmetic ingredient used as plasticiser in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Butyldimethicone Methacrylate/Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer is a copolymer of butyl dimethiconemethacrylate and methyl methacrylate monomers crosslinked with ethylene glycol dimethacrylate.
What does it do?
Butyldimethicone Methacrylate/methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Plasticiser
adds flexibility to film-forming polymers, e.g. in nail polish or mascara
EU regulatory status
Butyldimethicone Methacrylate/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 Butyldimethicone Methacrylate/methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer?
Butyldimethicone Methacrylate/methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Butyldimethicone Methacrylate/Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer is a copolymer of butyl dimethiconemethacrylate and methyl methacrylate monomers crosslinked with ethylene glycol dimethacrylate.
Is Butyldimethicone Methacrylate/methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Butyldimethicone Methacrylate/methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Butyldimethicone Methacrylate/methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer do in cosmetic products?
Butyldimethicone Methacrylate/methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: plasticiser.
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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