Sodium Styrene/acrylates Copolymer
A cosmetic ingredient used as film forming, opacifying, viscosity controlling in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Sodium Styrene/Acrylates Copolymer is the sodium salt of a polymer of styrene and a monomer consisting of acrylic acid, methacrylic acid or one of their simple esters.
What does it do?
Sodium Styrene/acrylates Copolymer is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Film forming
forms a thin continuous film on skin, hair, or nails — used in long-wear makeup, sunscreens, and hairsprays
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Opacifying
makes a transparent or translucent formulation opaque or pearlescent
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Viscosity controlling
adjusts the thickness or flow of a formulation
EU regulatory status
Sodium Styrene/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 Sodium Styrene/acrylates Copolymer?
Sodium Styrene/acrylates Copolymer is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Sodium Styrene/Acrylates Copolymer is the sodium salt of a polymer of styrene and a monomer consisting of acrylic acid, methacrylic acid or one of their simple esters.
Is Sodium Styrene/acrylates Copolymer allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Sodium Styrene/acrylates Copolymer is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Sodium Styrene/acrylates Copolymer do in cosmetic products?
Sodium Styrene/acrylates Copolymer is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: film forming, opacifying, viscosity controlling.
What is the CAS number of Sodium Styrene/acrylates Copolymer?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Sodium Styrene/acrylates Copolymer is 9010-92-8.
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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: 28/07/2020