murphyAcrylates/Ethylhexyl Acrylate Crosspolymer
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: Film Forming Polymer
Synthetic
Clean
OriginSynthesized from 2-ethylhexyl acrylate and acrylic acid monomers, belonging to the acrylate polymer chemical family. Produced through free radical polymerization of monomers, crosslinked with ethylene glycol dimethacrylate to form the network structure.
Copolymer of 2-ethylhexyl acrylate and one or more monomers of acrylic acid, methacrylic acid or one of their simple esters, crosslinked with ethylene glycol dimethacrylate
CAS #
64771-95-5
Form
Liquid
State
Solid
Skin Types
●all-skin-types, gentle
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Functions
Binding
Holds Formula Together
Holds ingredients together
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed4 reviews →
Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.
EWG
1
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Skin Irritant
2 studies / 2 not irritating (CIR 583 and 763)
Not a Sensitizer
2 studies / 2 not sensitizing (CIR 583 and 763)
Concentration Guide
Leave-on1–5.4%
Rinse-offNot reported
0%50%100%
CIR reported use · 2018 survey
Regulatory Agencies
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR