Allowed in EU

Polyacrylate-39

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

What is it?

Polyacrylate-39 is a copolymer of Acrylic Acid, acrylamidomethylpropane sulfonic acid, and itaconic acid. After polymerization, the polymer is neutralized with Sodium Hydroxide.

What does it do?

Polyacrylate-39 is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

Binding
holds the components of a formulation together, especially in pressed powders and compact makeup
Chelating
binds metal ions to prevent them from interfering with formulation stability

EU regulatory status

Polyacrylate-39 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-39?

Polyacrylate-39 is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Polyacrylate-39 is a copolymer of Acrylic Acid, acrylamidomethylpropane sulfonic acid, and itaconic acid. After polymerization, the polymer is neutralized with Sodium Hydroxide.

Is Polyacrylate-39 allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Polyacrylate-39 is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Polyacrylate-39 do in cosmetic products?

Polyacrylate-39 is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: binding, chelating.

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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: 11/11/2014