Allowed in EU

Caproyl Citric Acid/propylene Glycol/succinic Acid Copolymer

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

What is it?

Caproyl Citric Acid/Propylene Glycol/Succinic Acid Copolymer is a copolymer of Citric Acid, Propylene Glycol and Succinic Acid end-capped with Capric Acid.

What does it do?

Caproyl Citric Acid/propylene Glycol/succinic Acid Copolymer is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Binding

    holds the components of a formulation together, especially in pressed powders and compact makeup

EU regulatory status

Caproyl Citric Acid/propylene Glycol/succinic Acid 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 Caproyl Citric Acid/propylene Glycol/succinic Acid Copolymer?

Caproyl Citric Acid/propylene Glycol/succinic Acid Copolymer is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Caproyl Citric Acid/Propylene Glycol/Succinic Acid Copolymer is a copolymer of Citric Acid, Propylene Glycol and Succinic Acid end-capped with Capric Acid.

Is Caproyl Citric Acid/propylene Glycol/succinic Acid Copolymer allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Caproyl Citric Acid/propylene Glycol/succinic Acid Copolymer is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Caproyl Citric Acid/propylene Glycol/succinic Acid Copolymer do in cosmetic products?

Caproyl Citric Acid/propylene Glycol/succinic Acid Copolymer is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: binding.

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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: 07/07/2020