Methacryloyloxyethyl Caproate Phosphate
A cosmetic ingredient used as binding in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Methacryloyloxyethyl Caproate Phosphate is the complex mixture of esters of phosphoric acid with the product formed between HEMA and epsilon caprolactone.
What does it do?
Methacryloyloxyethyl Caproate Phosphate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Binding
holds the components of a formulation together, especially in pressed powders and compact makeup
EU regulatory status
Methacryloyloxyethyl Caproate Phosphate 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 Methacryloyloxyethyl Caproate Phosphate?
Methacryloyloxyethyl Caproate Phosphate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Methacryloyloxyethyl Caproate Phosphate is the complex mixture of esters of phosphoric acid with the product formed between HEMA and epsilon caprolactone.
Is Methacryloyloxyethyl Caproate Phosphate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Methacryloyloxyethyl Caproate Phosphate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Methacryloyloxyethyl Caproate Phosphate do in cosmetic products?
Methacryloyloxyethyl Caproate Phosphate 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: 18/08/2016