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POLYACRYLATE-7

CAS 243140-33-2 Updated
78

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A high-MW acrylate polymer used as a thickener and emulsion stabilizer. Inert on skin, but as with all synthetic polyacrylates, EU microplastic and biodegradability concerns keep it in the Fine band.

Function

HAIR CONDITIONINGSKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Smooth gel and emulsion texture
  • Improved formulation stability
  • Non-penetrating polymer

Known concerns

  • Environmental persistence
  • Microplastic-class concerns
  • Trace residual monomers

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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