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SODIUM ACRYLATE/HYDROXYETHYL ACRYLAMIDE COPOLYMER

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65

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

An acrylate-acrylamide copolymer used as a film former and antistatic agent. Safe when residual acrylamide is controlled per EU Annex III/66; the cured polymer is not skin-absorbed.

Function

ANTISTATICFILM FORMINGHAIR CONDITIONINGHAIR FIXING

Skin benefits

  • Antistatic in hair products
  • Forms thin protective film
  • Stabilizes formulations

Known concerns

  • Acrylamide-derived monomer requires strict residual control
  • Limited biodegradability
  • Polymer-grade-dependent safety profile

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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