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ACRYLATES/PALMETH-25 ITACONATE COPOLYMER

78

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

A viscosity-controlling copolymer based on itaconic acid and ethoxylated palm alcohol. Not EU-restricted and considered safe for both rinse-off and leave-on cosmetics at cosmetic-grade purity.

Function

VISCOSITY CONTROLLING

Skin benefits

  • Stable viscosity
  • Smooth product texture
  • Compatible with most actives

Known concerns

  • Microplastic environmental concern
  • Trace 1,4-dioxane possible in lower-purity ethoxylated portion
  • Sparse independent dossier

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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