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VINYL CHLORIDE/VINYL LAURATE COPOLYMER

60

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

A copolymer film-former derived from vinyl chloride polymerisation; residual vinyl chloride monomer is a known human carcinogen but the polymer itself is considered safe at current impurity levels.

Vinyl chloride/vinyl laurate copolymer is produced by copolymerisation of vinyl chloride with vinyl laurate and functions as a film-forming agent in cosmetic formulations. The key safety consideration is residual vinyl chloride monomer (VCM), a known human carcinogen (IARC Group 1) that is restricted under EU Annex II/1154 with strict concentration limits. Modern manufacturing achieves VCM levels well below regulatory thresholds, and the copolymer itself is considered inert and non-bioavailable. The EU cosmetics regulation enforces residual monomer limits for vinyl chloride polymers.

Skin benefits

  • Provides water-resistant film-forming properties
  • Improves long-wear performance in decorative cosmetics

Known concerns

  • Residual vinyl chloride monomer is a known human carcinogen (IARC Group 1)
  • EU Annex II/1154 restricts residual vinyl chloride monomer in products
  • Manufacturing residual monomer levels must be monitored and declared

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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