Allowed in EU

Polyacrylate-36

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

What is it?

Polyacrylate-36 is a copolymer of Butyl Methacrylate, HEMA, PEG-10 acrylate, PPG-6 acrylate, and dimethylacrylamide.

What does it do?

Polyacrylate-36 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

EU regulatory status

Polyacrylate-36 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-36?

Polyacrylate-36 is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Polyacrylate-36 is a copolymer of Butyl Methacrylate, HEMA, PEG-10 acrylate, PPG-6 acrylate, and dimethylacrylamide.

Is Polyacrylate-36 allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Polyacrylate-36 is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Polyacrylate-36 do in cosmetic products?

Polyacrylate-36 is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: film forming.

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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: 12/11/2014