polymer

Acrylates/Ethylhexyl Acrylate Copolymer

INCI: ACRYLATES/ETHYLHEXYL ACRYLATE COPOLYMER
Copolymer formed from ethylhexyl acrylate, and one or more monomers of acrylic acid, methacrylic acid or one of their simple esters
Limited Data
Insufficient safety data available. Consider enriching this ingredient.
Details

Description

Copolymer formed from ethylhexyl acrylate, and one or more monomers of acrylic acid, methacrylic acid or one of their simple esters

Purpose

Function

Film-forming agent for hold, texture, and durability
Profile

Properties

Silicone
Silicone free
Compliance

Regulatory Status

EU
Permitted
Safety
GOOD
US
Permitted
Absorptionnegligible
Sensitizationnone
MoSnot established
ConcernLow
Verdict

Safe per CIR 2019 when formulated to be non-irritating; film former with good water resistance. Recommend certificate of analysis confirming residual 2-EHA and total monomer ≤20 ppm.

US Note

CIR 2019 safe when formulated to be non-irritating. Maximum use: 30% in mascara.

Assessment

Ratings

Comedogenic0/5
LowHigh
Irritancy0/5
LowHigh
Reference

Identifiers

INCI
ACRYLATES/ETHYLHEXYL ACRYLATE COPOLYMER
Category
polymer
Updated
Apr 2, 2026