Ethylene/Zinc Acrylate Copolymer
AKA “Zinc acrylate copolymer”
Ingredient
Ingredient Facts
Ethylene/zinc acrylate copolymer
Ingredient · Film Forming · EWG: 4
Synthetic
Occlusive
Not Clean
2-Propenoic acid, polymer with ethene, zinc salt; 2-Propenoic acid, zinc salt, polymer with ethene
CAS #
28208-80-2, 59650-68-9
Form
Liquid
State
Solid
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Functions
Film Forming
Creates a physical seal on skin to lock moisture in and keep irritants out. The "slugging" ingredient — barrier protection.
Creates Protective Barrier
Traditional Use
A synthetic copolymer created for cosmetic use. Used as a rheology modifier and suspension aid in personal care products.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR