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SODIUM ACRYLATES/METHACRYLOYL MALTODEXTRIN CROSSPOLYMER

82

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

A polymer combining sodium acrylates with methacryloyl-modified maltodextrin for viscosity control. Behaves like other acrylate thickeners — inert once cured, with the usual microplastic and residual-monomer caveats.

Function

VISCOSITY CONTROLLING

Skin benefits

  • Texture-controlling thickener
  • Smooth, non-tacky feel
  • Stable across pH range

Known concerns

  • Microplastic concerns under EU REACH
  • Trace residual acrylate monomers possible

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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