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C4-18 Alkyl Methacrylate/methacryloyloxyethyl Phosphorylcholine Copolymer

A cosmetic ingredient used as humectant in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

What is it?

C4-18 Alkyl Methacrylate/Methacryloyloxyethyl Phosphorylcholine Copolymer is a copolymer of Methacryloyloxyethyl Phosphorylcholine and C4-18 alkyl methacrylate.

What does it do?

C4-18 Alkyl Methacrylate/methacryloyloxyethyl Phosphorylcholine Copolymer is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Humectant

    draws moisture from the air or deeper skin layers to the surface, helping skin retain water

EU regulatory status

C4-18 Alkyl Methacrylate/methacryloyloxyethyl Phosphorylcholine 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 C4-18 Alkyl Methacrylate/methacryloyloxyethyl Phosphorylcholine Copolymer?

C4-18 Alkyl Methacrylate/methacryloyloxyethyl Phosphorylcholine Copolymer is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. C4-18 Alkyl Methacrylate/Methacryloyloxyethyl Phosphorylcholine Copolymer is a copolymer of Methacryloyloxyethyl Phosphorylcholine and C4-18 alkyl methacrylate.

Is C4-18 Alkyl Methacrylate/methacryloyloxyethyl Phosphorylcholine Copolymer allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. C4-18 Alkyl Methacrylate/methacryloyloxyethyl Phosphorylcholine Copolymer is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does C4-18 Alkyl Methacrylate/methacryloyloxyethyl Phosphorylcholine Copolymer do in cosmetic products?

C4-18 Alkyl Methacrylate/methacryloyloxyethyl Phosphorylcholine Copolymer is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: humectant.

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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: 24/04/2018