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SODIUM ACRYLATE/ACRYLONITROGENS COPOLYMER

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Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

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

About

A synthetic acrylate/acrylonitrile copolymer used as a film former and thickener. The polymer itself is inert, but residual acrylonitrile monomer (a probable carcinogen) is the key concern.

Function

BINDINGFILM FORMINGSKIN CONDITIONINGVISCOSITY CONTROLLING

Skin benefits

  • Effective film-forming polymer
  • Builds viscosity in gels
  • Stable across pH ranges

Known concerns

  • Possible residual acrylonitrile (IARC 2B carcinogen)
  • Synthetic, non-biodegradable polymer
  • Limited public toxicology data on this specific copolymer

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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