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C12-22 Alkyl Acrylate/Hydroxyethylacrylate Copolymer
AKA “Acrylate copolymer, polymer”
Synthetic
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Ingredient Facts
C12-22 alkyl acrylate/hydroxyethylacrylate copolymer
Synthetic · Binding | Light Stabilizer | Viscosity Controlling · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived
Synthetic
Clean
C12-22 Alkyl Acrylate/Hydroxyethylacrylate Copolymer is a copolymer of C12-22 alkyl acrylate and hydroxyethylacrylate Science: Functions: Binding, Light Stabilizer, Viscosity Controlling Safety Ratings: CIR: Safe as used
CAS #
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Form
Liquid
Plant-Derived
Synthetic. Synthesized from acrylic monomers, specifically C12-22 alkyl acrylate and hydroxyethylacrylate chemical compounds. Produced through free radical polymerization of these acrylate monomers to form the copolymer chain.
Function
Binding | Light Stabilizer | Viscosity Controlling
Benefits
Shields from UV damage
Traditional Use
Synthetic polymer developed in the mid-20th century through polymerization chemistry. Formulated as a film-forming and thickening agent in cosmetics to provide texture and water resistance.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
Target
General
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy Safe
Yes
EWG Score4
CIR Safety Findings
medical-approval, all-shades-safe, Not a Sensitizer
Regulatory Status
USA✔ permitted
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Verified Feb 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR