Methacrylic Acid/styrene/vp Copolymer
A cosmetic ingredient used as opacifying in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Methacrylic Acid/Styrene/VP Copolymer is a copolymer of styrene, methacrylic acid and vinyl pyrrolidone
What does it do?
Methacrylic Acid/styrene/vp Copolymer is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Opacifying
makes a transparent or translucent formulation opaque or pearlescent
EU regulatory status
Methacrylic Acid/styrene/vp 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 Methacrylic Acid/styrene/vp Copolymer?
Methacrylic Acid/styrene/vp Copolymer is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Methacrylic Acid/Styrene/VP Copolymer is a copolymer of styrene, methacrylic acid and vinyl pyrrolidone
Is Methacrylic Acid/styrene/vp Copolymer allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Methacrylic Acid/styrene/vp Copolymer is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Methacrylic Acid/styrene/vp Copolymer do in cosmetic products?
Methacrylic Acid/styrene/vp Copolymer is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: opacifying.
What is the CAS number of Methacrylic Acid/styrene/vp Copolymer?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Methacrylic Acid/styrene/vp Copolymer is 27554-92-3.
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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