Rheology Modifier

Allyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer

Cross-linking monomer; used as a building block for polymers in cosmetics (film forming, viscosity controlling)
Limited Data
Insufficient safety data available. Consider enriching this ingredient.
Details

Description

Cross-linking monomer; used as a building block for polymers in cosmetics (film forming, viscosity controlling)

Purpose

Function

Cross-linking monomer; used as a building block for polymers in cosmetics (film forming, viscosity controlling)
Profile

Properties

Silicone
Silicone free
Compliance

Regulatory Status

EU
Restricted
Safety
POOR
US
Permitted
Absorptionnegligible
Sensitizationnone
MoSnot established
ConcernModerate
Verdict

Residual monomer content must be controlled — free methyl methacrylate monomer is a known sensitizer and respiratory irritant; EU mandates ≤5 ppm residual monomer; always verify CoA for residual monomer levels

US Note

CIR-reviewed — safe as used (2019 reaffirmation); surveyed use at 0.39–1.6%

Assessment

Ratings

Comedogenic0/5
LowHigh
Irritancy0/5
LowHigh
Reference

Identifiers

Category
Rheology Modifier
Updated
Apr 23, 2026

No registry identifiers available for this ingredient.