Polyacrylate-37
A cosmetic ingredient used as binding in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Polyacrylate-37 is a copolymer of perfluorohexylethyl acrylate, PEG-5 methacrylate, acrylic acid and phosphonoxyethyl methacrylate.
What does it do?
Polyacrylate-37 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
Polyacrylate-37 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-37?
Polyacrylate-37 is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Polyacrylate-37 is a copolymer of perfluorohexylethyl acrylate, PEG-5 methacrylate, acrylic acid and phosphonoxyethyl methacrylate.
Is Polyacrylate-37 allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Polyacrylate-37 is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Polyacrylate-37 do in cosmetic products?
Polyacrylate-37 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: 16/11/2016