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Styrene/acrylates Copolymer/polyurethane

A cosmetic ingredient used as binding, film forming, plasticiser in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

What is it?

Styrene/Acrylates Copolymer/Polyurethane is a copolymer of Styrene/Acrylates copolymer with cyclohexanedimethanol, benzoic acid, phthalic anhydride and isophoronediisocyanate

What does it do?

Styrene/acrylates Copolymer/polyurethane is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Binding

    holds the components of a formulation together, especially in pressed powders and compact makeup

  • Film forming

    forms a thin continuous film on skin, hair, or nails — used in long-wear makeup, sunscreens, and hairsprays

  • Plasticiser

    adds flexibility to film-forming polymers, e.g. in nail polish or mascara

EU regulatory status

Styrene/acrylates Copolymer/polyurethane 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/acrylates Copolymer/polyurethane?

Styrene/acrylates Copolymer/polyurethane is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Styrene/Acrylates Copolymer/Polyurethane is a copolymer of Styrene/Acrylates copolymer with cyclohexanedimethanol, benzoic acid, phthalic anhydride and isophoronediisocyanate

Is Styrene/acrylates Copolymer/polyurethane allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Styrene/acrylates Copolymer/polyurethane is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Styrene/acrylates Copolymer/polyurethane do in cosmetic products?

Styrene/acrylates Copolymer/polyurethane is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: binding, film forming, plasticiser.

What is the CAS number of Styrene/acrylates Copolymer/polyurethane?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Styrene/acrylates Copolymer/polyurethane is -.

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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