C12-22 Alkyl Acrylate/hydroxyethylacrylate Copolymer
A cosmetic ingredient used as binding, light stabilizer, viscosity controlling in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
C12-22 Alkyl Acrylate/Hydroxyethylacrylate Copolymer is a copolymer of C12-22 alkyl acrylate and hydroxyethylacrylate
What does it do?
C12-22 Alkyl Acrylate/hydroxyethylacrylate Copolymer is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Binding
holds the components of a formulation together, especially in pressed powders and compact makeup
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Light stabilizer
protects a cosmetic formulation from degradation by UV light, extending its shelf life
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Viscosity controlling
adjusts the thickness or flow of a formulation
EU regulatory status
C12-22 Alkyl Acrylate/hydroxyethylacrylate Copolymer 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 C12-22 Alkyl Acrylate/hydroxyethylacrylate Copolymer?
C12-22 Alkyl Acrylate/hydroxyethylacrylate Copolymer is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. C12-22 Alkyl Acrylate/Hydroxyethylacrylate Copolymer is a copolymer of C12-22 alkyl acrylate and hydroxyethylacrylate
Is C12-22 Alkyl Acrylate/hydroxyethylacrylate Copolymer allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. C12-22 Alkyl Acrylate/hydroxyethylacrylate Copolymer is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does C12-22 Alkyl Acrylate/hydroxyethylacrylate Copolymer do in cosmetic products?
C12-22 Alkyl Acrylate/hydroxyethylacrylate Copolymer is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: binding, light stabilizer, viscosity controlling.
What is the CAS number of C12-22 Alkyl Acrylate/hydroxyethylacrylate Copolymer?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for C12-22 Alkyl Acrylate/hydroxyethylacrylate Copolymer 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