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:
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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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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