ACRYLATES/VP CROSSPOLYMER
ACRYLATES/VP CROSSPOLYMER is permitted in cosmetics within the EU subject to the conditions laid down in Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009. Review the restrictions, permitted concentration and Safety Gate alerts.
Regulatory data checked on 2026-09-05. The legal status follows Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 and its annexes; the substance is identified from the European Commission's CosIng database.
About the ingredient
Acrylates/VP Crosspolymer is a copolymer of N-Vinyl Pyrrolidone and one or more monomers of acrylic acid, methacrylic acid or one of their simple esters, crosslinked with 1,6-Hexamethylene Diisocyanate
EU regulatory status
Regulatory note: N-Vinyl Pyrrolidone: II/1113 and CMR2
Source: the European Commission's official CosIng database and Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 of the European Parliament and of the Council on cosmetic products. How we assess ingredients — full methodology.
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Functions in cosmetics
Frequently asked questions
Is ACRYLATES/VP CROSSPOLYMER safe in cosmetics?
ACRYLATES/VP CROSSPOLYMER is permitted in cosmetics in the EU, but subject to the conditions set out in Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 — typically a maximum concentration, product category or a mandatory warning on the packaging. Manufacturers must comply with these limits.
What functions does ACRYLATES/VP CROSSPOLYMER perform in cosmetics?
According to the European Commission's CosIng database, ACRYLATES/VP CROSSPOLYMER performs the following functions in cosmetics: BINDING. Functions are defined in the CosIng glossary and describe the technological role of a substance in the finished product.
Are there Safety Gate alerts concerning ACRYLATES/VP CROSSPOLYMER?
Our copy of the EU Safety Gate database currently contains no alerts linking ACRYLATES/VP CROSSPOLYMER to a cosmetic recall. The database is refreshed regularly from the European Commission's official Safety Gate system.