Starch/acrylates Crosspolymer
A cosmetic ingredient used as emulsion stabilising, film forming, hair fixing in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Starch/Acrylates Crosspolymer is a polymer of starch and acrylic acid, methacrylic acid or one of their simple esters, crosslinked with Trimethylolpropane Triacrylate.
What does it do?
Starch/acrylates Crosspolymer is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Emulsion stabilising
stabilises emulsions of oil and water, preventing separation over time
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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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Hair fixing
holds hair in a desired style, typically through a flexible film coating each strand
EU regulatory status
Starch/acrylates Crosspolymer 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 Starch/acrylates Crosspolymer?
Starch/acrylates Crosspolymer is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Starch/Acrylates Crosspolymer is a polymer of starch and acrylic acid, methacrylic acid or one of their simple esters, crosslinked with Trimethylolpropane Triacrylate.
Is Starch/acrylates Crosspolymer allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Starch/acrylates Crosspolymer is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Starch/acrylates Crosspolymer do in cosmetic products?
Starch/acrylates Crosspolymer is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: emulsion stabilising, film forming, hair fixing.
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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: 23/05/2023