Polyacrylate-53
A cosmetic ingredient used as surfactant - cleansing, surfactant - emulsifying in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Polyacrylate-53 is a complex polymer that is formed in a multi-step reaction. First, a polymer is created by the reaction of Styrene, Ethylhexyl Acrylate, and Hydroxypropyl Methacrylate PEG-13/PPG-2 Ether. Next, the polymer is reacted with Succinic Anhydride followed by sulfonation and neutralization to produce the sodium salt.
What does it do?
Polyacrylate-53 is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Surfactant - cleansing
surfactant whose primary cosmetic role is cleansing — the active workhorse in soaps, shampoos, and body washes
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Surfactant - emulsifying
surfactant that forms and stabilises emulsions of oil and water — without it, creams and lotions would separate
EU regulatory status
Polyacrylate-53 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-53?
Polyacrylate-53 is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Polyacrylate-53 is a complex polymer that is formed in a multi-step reaction. First, a polymer is created by the reaction of Styrene, Ethylhexyl Acrylate, and Hydroxypropyl Methacrylate PEG-13/PPG-2 Ether. Next, the polymer is reacted with Succinic Anhydride followed by sulfonation and neutralization to produce the sodium salt.
Is Polyacrylate-53 allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Polyacrylate-53 is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Polyacrylate-53 do in cosmetic products?
Polyacrylate-53 is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: surfactant - cleansing, surfactant - emulsifying.
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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: 07/07/2020