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Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer-2

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

What is it?

Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer-2 is a copolymer of methyl methacrylate crosslinked with glycol dimethacrylate and methacryloyl propyltrimethoxysilane

What does it do?

Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer-2 is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Film forming

    forms a thin continuous film on skin, hair, or nails — used in long-wear makeup, sunscreens, and hairsprays

  • Opacifying

    makes a transparent or translucent formulation opaque or pearlescent

EU regulatory status

Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer-2 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 Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer-2?

Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer-2 is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer-2 is a copolymer of methyl methacrylate crosslinked with glycol dimethacrylate and methacryloyl propyltrimethoxysilane

Is Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer-2 allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer-2 is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer-2 do in cosmetic products?

Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer-2 is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: film forming, opacifying.

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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: 28/02/2013