Is Ethylene/Propylene Copolymer safe in cosmetics?
Ethylene/Propylene Copolymer has a safety rating of "GOOD" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: permitted.
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Cosmetic Ingredient
Ethylene/Propylene Copolymer
INCI: ETHYLENE/PROPYLENE COPOLYMER
Ethylene/Propylene Copolymer (CAS 9010-79-1) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Film former, viscosity increasing agent, bulking agent. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: permitted.
CAS Number
9010-79-1
Function
Film former, viscosity increasing agent, bulking agent
Safety Rating
GOOD
Regulatory Status
🇪🇺 EU Status
permitted
🇺🇸 US Status
permitted
US Notes
No FDA restrictions; permitted under general cosmetic framework; food contact cleared via FCN
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Safety Data
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Function Categories & List Membership
Cosmetic/Chemical Function Categories
Abrasive
Adhesion/cohesion promoter
Binder
Dispersing agent
Filler
Film former
Hardener
Lubricating agent
Surface modifier
Waterproofing agent
Regulatory List Membership (1)
FDA Indirect Food Contact Additives
Expert Verdict
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Regulatory Flags
synthetic-polymer
microplastics-concern
petroleum-derived
not-cosmos-eligible
cir-safe-read-across
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ethylene/Propylene Copolymer allowed in the EU?
Ethylene/Propylene Copolymer EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Ethylene/Propylene Copolymer do in cosmetics?
Ethylene/Propylene Copolymer functions as: Film former, viscosity increasing agent, bulking agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 9010-79-1.
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