Allowed in EU

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:

  • 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