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Surfactant

C8-10 PERFLUOROALKYLETHYL ACRYLATE/PEG-6 ACRYLATE COPOLYMER

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Safety score · 0–100

Caution

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

About

A C8-10 perfluoroalkyl acrylate copolymer — PFAS-family surfactant and film former. Under active EU restriction due to environmental persistence; avoid where alternatives exist.

Function

SURFACTANT - FOAM BOOSTING

Skin benefits

  • Foam-boosting surfactant
  • Water- and oil-repellent
  • Long-wear performance

Known concerns

  • C8-10 perfluoroalkyl side chains — PFAS family; persistent, bioaccumulative
  • Under active EU restriction (ECHA PFAS dossier 2023)
  • Possible degradation to PFOA-related species
  • Trace 1,4-dioxane risk in PEG-6 portion

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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