Ethylene/methacrylate Copolymer
A cosmetic ingredient used as film forming in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Ethylene/Methacrylate Copolymer is a copolymer of ethylene and methyl methacrylate monomers
What does it do?
Ethylene/methacrylate Copolymer is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Film forming
forms a thin continuous film on skin, hair, or nails — used in long-wear makeup, sunscreens, and hairsprays
EU regulatory status
Ethylene/methacrylate 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 Ethylene/methacrylate Copolymer?
Ethylene/methacrylate Copolymer is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Ethylene/Methacrylate Copolymer is a copolymer of ethylene and methyl methacrylate monomers
Is Ethylene/methacrylate Copolymer allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Ethylene/methacrylate Copolymer is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Ethylene/methacrylate Copolymer do in cosmetic products?
Ethylene/methacrylate Copolymer is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: film forming.
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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