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ACRYLATES/CETETH-20 ITACONATE COPOLYMER

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79

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

An associative thickener combining acrylates with ceteth-20 itaconate side chains. Polymer is non-irritating; minor caveat is residual monomer or dioxane control in the ethoxylated portion.

Function

VISCOSITY CONTROLLING

Skin benefits

  • Effective rheology modifier
  • Stabilizes emulsions
  • Improves texture and pouring behaviour

Known concerns

  • Trace residual monomers and dioxane possible from ceteth-20 segment
  • Polymer itself non-irritating

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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