Allowed in EU

Polyacrylate-29

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

What is it?

Polyacrylate-29 is a copolymer of stearyl methacrylate, methoxy PEG-9 methacrylate and methacrylic acid

What does it do?

Polyacrylate-29 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

  • Skin conditioning

    improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin

  • Surfactant - emulsifying

    surfactant that forms and stabilises emulsions of oil and water — without it, creams and lotions would separate

EU regulatory status

Polyacrylate-29 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 Polyacrylate-29?

Polyacrylate-29 is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Polyacrylate-29 is a copolymer of stearyl methacrylate, methoxy PEG-9 methacrylate and methacrylic acid

Is Polyacrylate-29 allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Polyacrylate-29 is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Polyacrylate-29 do in cosmetic products?

Polyacrylate-29 is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: film forming, skin conditioning, surfactant - emulsifying.

What is the CAS number of Polyacrylate-29?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Polyacrylate-29 is -.

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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