Potassium Aluminum Polyacrylate
A cosmetic ingredient used as absorbent, viscosity controlling in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
2-Propenoic acid, homopolymer, aluminum potassium salt
What does it do?
Potassium Aluminum Polyacrylate 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
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Viscosity controlling
adjusts the thickness or flow of a formulation
EU regulatory status
Potassium Aluminum Polyacrylate 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 Aluminum Polyacrylate?
Potassium Aluminum Polyacrylate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 2-Propenoic acid, homopolymer, aluminum potassium salt
Is Potassium Aluminum Polyacrylate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Potassium Aluminum Polyacrylate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Potassium Aluminum Polyacrylate do in cosmetic products?
Potassium Aluminum Polyacrylate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: absorbent, viscosity controlling.
What is the CAS number of Potassium Aluminum Polyacrylate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Potassium Aluminum Polyacrylate is 67785-56-2.
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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