Potassium Polyacrylate
A cosmetic ingredient used as viscosity controlling in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
2-Propenoic acid, homopolymer, potassium salts
What does it do?
Potassium Polyacrylate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Viscosity controlling
adjusts the thickness or flow of a formulation
EU regulatory status
Potassium 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 Polyacrylate?
Potassium Polyacrylate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 2-Propenoic acid, homopolymer, potassium salts
Is Potassium Polyacrylate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Potassium Polyacrylate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Potassium Polyacrylate do in cosmetic products?
Potassium Polyacrylate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: viscosity controlling.
What is the CAS number of Potassium Polyacrylate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Potassium Polyacrylate is 25608-12-2.
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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