C30-38 Olefin/isopropyl Maleate/ma Copolymer
A cosmetic ingredient used as surfactant - cleansing, surfactant - emulsifying, viscosity controlling in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
C30-38 Olefin /Isopropyl Maleate/MA Copolymer is the copolymer of maleic, anhydride, isopropyl maleate and C30-38 olefin monomers
What does it do?
C30-38 Olefin/isopropyl Maleate/ma Copolymer is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Surfactant - cleansing
surfactant whose primary cosmetic role is cleansing — the active workhorse in soaps, shampoos, and body washes
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Surfactant - emulsifying
surfactant that forms and stabilises emulsions of oil and water — without it, creams and lotions would separate
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Viscosity controlling
adjusts the thickness or flow of a formulation
EU regulatory status
C30-38 Olefin/isopropyl Maleate/ma 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 C30-38 Olefin/isopropyl Maleate/ma Copolymer?
C30-38 Olefin/isopropyl Maleate/ma Copolymer is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. C30-38 Olefin /Isopropyl Maleate/MA Copolymer is the copolymer of maleic, anhydride, isopropyl maleate and C30-38 olefin monomers
Is C30-38 Olefin/isopropyl Maleate/ma Copolymer allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. C30-38 Olefin/isopropyl Maleate/ma Copolymer is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does C30-38 Olefin/isopropyl Maleate/ma Copolymer do in cosmetic products?
C30-38 Olefin/isopropyl Maleate/ma Copolymer is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: surfactant - cleansing, surfactant - emulsifying, viscosity controlling.
What is the CAS number of C30-38 Olefin/isopropyl Maleate/ma Copolymer?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for C30-38 Olefin/isopropyl Maleate/ma Copolymer is 75535-27-2.
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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