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Thickener

SODIUM ACRYLATE/VINYL ALCOHOL COPOLYMER

CAS 27599-56-0 / 58374-38-2
76

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

A copolymer that thickens, stabilises, and forms films in cosmetics. Generally low-risk in finished products though residual monomer purity and microplastic environmental concerns apply.

Function

ANTISTATICBINDINGEMULSION STABILISINGFILM FORMINGVISCOSITY CONTROLLING

Skin benefits

  • Smooth gel-like textures
  • Emulsion stability
  • Light film former

Known concerns

  • Possible residual acrylate monomer in lower-grade material
  • Microplastic concern in rinse-off
  • Limited skin-penetration data

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

Related thickeners

Same plant / compound family

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