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ACRYLATES/PALMETH-25 ACRYLATE COPOLYMER

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Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

An acrylates copolymer with a palmeth-25 (PEG-25 palmitate) side group — used as a rheology modifier and emulsion stabilizer. Polymer is inert; PEG side raises minor purity flags.

Function

VISCOSITY CONTROLLING

Skin benefits

  • Rheology modifier and thickener
  • Stabilizes emulsions
  • Inert at cosmetic use levels

Known concerns

  • Trace residual monomers possible
  • PEG-derived component may carry trace dioxane

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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