Acrylate Copolymer

Description: This polymer is a hydrophobic high molecular weight carboxylated acrylic copolymer. Because acrylate copolymer is anionic, compatibility must be evaluated when formulating with cationic ingredients. Fine white powder.

CAS: 129702-02-9

INCI Name: Acrylates octylacrylamide copolymer

Use: Can be mixed into the hot oil phase of formulation, mixes also with glycerin, propylene glycol, alcohol or hot water that has been neutralized (eg. water, TEA 0.5%, 2% acrylates copolymer). Needs to be sprinkled into the solution and well mixed. Prior to adding acrylate copolymer, all oil phase ingredients should also be combined and heated to 80°C/176°F. Acrylate copolymer should then be slowly sifted in using good agitation and mixed for one half hour. Use levels: 2-7%. For external use only. Stable when kept in a closed container at a cool & dry place.

Applications: Color cosmetics, sun & skin protection, hair care products, shaving creams, moisturizers.

Country of Origin: USA

Raw material source: Acrylic acid, methacrylic acid, and octylacrylamide

Manufacture: Acrylate copolymer is produced by polymerization of octylacrylamide and one or more monomers consisting of acrylic acid or methacrylic acid.

Animal Testing: Not animal tested

GMO: GMO-free (does not contain plant-derived components)

Vegan: Does not contain animal-derived components

Documents: SDS, Fact Sheet, Sample Recipe, Certificate of Analysis