Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-14
A cosmetic ingredient used as emulsion stabilising, viscosity controlling in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-14 is a copolymer of acrylic acid, lauryl methacrylate, cetyl methacrylate, stearyl methacrylate, and phosphorylcholine glycol methacrylate, crosslinked by an allyl ether of pentaerythritol
What does it do?
Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-14 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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Viscosity controlling
adjusts the thickness or flow of a formulation
EU regulatory status
Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-14 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-14?
Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-14 is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-14 is a copolymer of acrylic acid, lauryl methacrylate, cetyl methacrylate, stearyl methacrylate, and phosphorylcholine glycol methacrylate, crosslinked by an allyl ether of pentaerythritol
Is Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-14 allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-14 is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-14 do in cosmetic products?
Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-14 is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: emulsion stabilising, 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: 11/11/2014