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STYRENE/ACRYLATES COPOLYMER

CAS Number 9010-92-8
Chem/IUPAC Name: 2-Propenoic acid, butyl ester, polymer with ethenylbenzene
COSING REF No: 79303
STYRENE ACRYLATES COPOLYMER
Styrene/acrylates copolymer is a synthetic polymer consisting of acrylates and styrene. It is added to cosmetic and skin care products for color or for its opaque properties. It forms a film and does not penetrate the skin because it has fairly large molecules. The chemical formula of Styrene/acrylates copolymer is C11H11O2.

What is STYRENE/ACRYLATES COPOLYMER used for?

Styrene Acrylates/Copolymer is used in a range of cosmetic and skin care products.
  • In decorative cosmetics, for its film-forming properties in nail polishes and eyeliners
  • In sunscreens, it is used to make water-resistant formulas

Origin

Styrene/acrylates copolymer is a synthetic ingredient made from a chain of polymers and monomers that consist of styrene, methacrylic acid, and an ester.

What does STYRENE/ACRYLATES COPOLYMER do in a formulation?

  • Film forming
  • Opacifying

Safety profile

Styrene/acrylates copolymer is a safe ingredient since it does not absorb into the skin, even though this ingredient has a contamination risk. However, if accidentally consumed or inhaled, Styrene/acrylates copolymer may have some side effects such as fatigue, headache, and weakness. A patch test is recommended prior to full usage.

STYRENE/ACRYLATES COPOLYMER Alternatives

Technical profile

Property Values
Boiling Point 145°C
Solubility Low solubility in water
Viscosity High
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