Polymethacrylic Acid Crosspolymer
A cosmetic ingredient used as absorbent in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Polymethacrylic Acid Crosspolymer is a copolymer of Polymethacrylic Acid crosslinked by divinylbenzene
What does it do?
Polymethacrylic Acid Crosspolymer is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Absorbent
takes up water-based or oil-based substances
EU regulatory status
Polymethacrylic Acid Crosspolymer 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 Polymethacrylic Acid Crosspolymer?
Polymethacrylic Acid Crosspolymer is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Polymethacrylic Acid Crosspolymer is a copolymer of Polymethacrylic Acid crosslinked by divinylbenzene
Is Polymethacrylic Acid Crosspolymer allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Polymethacrylic Acid Crosspolymer is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Polymethacrylic Acid Crosspolymer do in cosmetic products?
Polymethacrylic Acid Crosspolymer is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: absorbent.
What is the CAS number of Polymethacrylic Acid Crosspolymer?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Polymethacrylic Acid Crosspolymer is 50602-21-6.
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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: 15/10/2010