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ACRYLAMIDE/SODIUM ACRYLATE COPOLYMER

CAS 25085-02-3 Updated
55

Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

About

A thickening copolymer. The polymer itself is inert, but residual acrylamide monomer (an IARC 2A probable carcinogen) must be tightly controlled. EU caps it at 0.1 ppm in leave-on.

Function

ANTISTATICFILM FORMING

Skin benefits

  • Effective thickener and rheology modifier
  • Stabilizes emulsions
  • Polymer size limits dermal uptake

Known concerns

  • Residual acrylamide monomer is IARC 2A probable carcinogen
  • Strict EU residual limits required
  • Quality varies by manufacturer

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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