Styrene Methyltrimonium Chloride Crosspolymer
A cosmetic ingredient used as absorbent in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Styrene Methyltrimonium Chloride Crosspolymer is a polymer of Styrene and styrene methylenetrimonium chloride crosslinked with divinylbenzene
What does it do?
Styrene Methyltrimonium Chloride Crosspolymer 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
EU regulatory status
Styrene Methyltrimonium Chloride 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 Styrene Methyltrimonium Chloride Crosspolymer?
Styrene Methyltrimonium Chloride Crosspolymer is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Styrene Methyltrimonium Chloride Crosspolymer is a polymer of Styrene and styrene methylenetrimonium chloride crosslinked with divinylbenzene
Is Styrene Methyltrimonium Chloride Crosspolymer allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Styrene Methyltrimonium Chloride Crosspolymer is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Styrene Methyltrimonium Chloride Crosspolymer do in cosmetic products?
Styrene Methyltrimonium Chloride Crosspolymer is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: absorbent.
What is the CAS number of Styrene Methyltrimonium Chloride Crosspolymer?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Styrene Methyltrimonium Chloride Crosspolymer is 11041-12-6.
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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: 05/06/2014