Ethylene/potassium Acrylate Copolymer
A cosmetic ingredient used as film forming, hair conditioning, skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Ethylene/Potassium Acrylate Copolymer is a copolymer of ethylene and potassium acrylate monomers.
What does it do?
Ethylene/potassium Acrylate 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
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Hair conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and manageability of hair
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
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Skin conditioning - emollient
softens the skin by reducing roughness and friction between skin cells
EU regulatory status
Ethylene/potassium Acrylate 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/potassium Acrylate Copolymer?
Ethylene/potassium Acrylate Copolymer is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Ethylene/Potassium Acrylate Copolymer is a copolymer of ethylene and potassium acrylate monomers.
Is Ethylene/potassium Acrylate Copolymer allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Ethylene/potassium Acrylate Copolymer is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Ethylene/potassium Acrylate Copolymer do in cosmetic products?
Ethylene/potassium Acrylate Copolymer is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: film forming, hair conditioning, skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient.
What is the CAS number of Ethylene/potassium Acrylate Copolymer?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Ethylene/potassium Acrylate Copolymer is 27515-34-0.
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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: 16/05/2014