Allowed in EU

Styrene/acrylates/acrylonitrile 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?

Styrene/Acrylate/Acrylonitrile Copolymer

What does it do?

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

  • Film forming

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

  • Opacifying

    makes a transparent or translucent formulation opaque or pearlescent

  • Viscosity controlling

    adjusts the thickness or flow of a formulation

EU regulatory status

Styrene/acrylates/acrylonitrile 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 Styrene/acrylates/acrylonitrile Copolymer?

Styrene/acrylates/acrylonitrile Copolymer is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Styrene/Acrylate/Acrylonitrile Copolymer

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

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

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

Styrene/acrylates/acrylonitrile Copolymer is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: film forming, opacifying, viscosity controlling.

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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