Sodium Styrene/acrylates/divinylbenzene Copolymer
A cosmetic ingredient used as film forming, opacifying, oral care in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Sodium Styrene/Acrylates/Divinylbenzene Copolymer is the sodium salt of a polymer of styrene, divinylbenzene and two or more monomers consisting of acrylic acid, methacrylic acid or their simple esters
What does it do?
Sodium Styrene/acrylates/divinylbenzene 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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Oral care
used in oral-hygiene products such as toothpaste, mouthwash, and dental gels
EU regulatory status
Sodium Styrene/acrylates/divinylbenzene 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/divinylbenzene Copolymer?
Sodium Styrene/acrylates/divinylbenzene Copolymer is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Sodium Styrene/Acrylates/Divinylbenzene Copolymer is the sodium salt of a polymer of styrene, divinylbenzene and two or more monomers consisting of acrylic acid, methacrylic acid or their simple esters
Is Sodium Styrene/acrylates/divinylbenzene Copolymer allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Sodium Styrene/acrylates/divinylbenzene Copolymer is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Sodium Styrene/acrylates/divinylbenzene Copolymer do in cosmetic products?
Sodium Styrene/acrylates/divinylbenzene Copolymer is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: film forming, opacifying, oral care.
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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