Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-11
A cosmetic ingredient used as emulsion stabilising, skin conditioning, viscosity controlling in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-11 is a polymer of methacrylic acid, acryloyl dimethyltaurate and dimethylacrylamide, crosslinked with ppg-3 glyceryl triacrylate, and partially neutralized with ammonia.
What does it do?
Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-11 is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Emulsion stabilising
stabilises emulsions of oil and water, preventing separation over time
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
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Viscosity controlling
adjusts the thickness or flow of a formulation
EU regulatory status
Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-11 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 Crosspolymer-11?
Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-11 is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-11 is a polymer of methacrylic acid, acryloyl dimethyltaurate and dimethylacrylamide, crosslinked with ppg-3 glyceryl triacrylate, and partially neutralized with ammonia.
Is Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-11 allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-11 is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-11 do in cosmetic products?
Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-11 is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: emulsion stabilising, skin conditioning, viscosity controlling.
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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: 20/02/2014