Potassium Acrylates Copolymer
A cosmetic ingredient used as binding, film forming in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Potassium Acrylates Copolymer is the potassium salt of a polymer consisting of acrylic acid, methacrylic acid or one of their simple esters
What does it do?
Potassium Acrylates Copolymer is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Binding
holds the components of a formulation together, especially in pressed powders and compact makeup
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Film forming
forms a thin continuous film on skin, hair, or nails — used in long-wear makeup, sunscreens, and hairsprays
EU regulatory status
Potassium Acrylates Copolymer 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 Potassium Acrylates Copolymer?
Potassium Acrylates Copolymer is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Potassium Acrylates Copolymer is the potassium salt of a polymer consisting of acrylic acid, methacrylic acid or one of their simple esters
Is Potassium Acrylates Copolymer allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Potassium Acrylates Copolymer is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Potassium Acrylates Copolymer do in cosmetic products?
Potassium Acrylates Copolymer is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: binding, film forming.
What is the CAS number of Potassium Acrylates Copolymer?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Potassium Acrylates Copolymer is -.
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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