Thickener
SODIUM ACRYLATE/ACROLEIN COPOLYMER
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A synthetic polymer used as a binder and thickener — the polymerized form is safe but acrolein monomer residuals are a concern.
Sodium Acrylate/Acrolein Copolymer is a synthetic polymer of sodium acrylate and acrolein monomers used for binding, film forming, and viscosity control. While the polymer itself is inert, acrolein is a highly toxic and reactive aldehyde (strong irritant, potential mutagen). Safety depends entirely on residual acrolein monomer levels. No GHS hazards listed for the polymer form, no EU restrictions.
Function
Known concerns
- Acrolein monomer is highly toxic and irritating
- Safety depends on residual monomer levels
- Acrolein is a known eye and respiratory irritant
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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