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ETHYLENE/MAGNESIUM ACRYLATE COPOLYMER

CAS 27515-37-3 Updated
72

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A magnesium-crosslinked ethylene-acrylate polymer used as a thickener and film former. Cured polymer is inert; trace acrylate monomer is the only meaningful concern.

Function

FILM FORMING

Skin benefits

  • Film former and rheology modifier
  • Thickens water-based emulsions
  • Adds smooth slip on application

Known concerns

  • Residual acrylate monomer is sensitizing; cured polymer is inert
  • Not biodegradable
  • Limited published cosmetic dossiers

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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