Allyl Methacrylates Crosspolymer

AKA: Acrylic polymer, Crosslinked acrylic

Synthetic

Emulsifier

Clean

OriginDerived from allyl methacrylate monomers, members of the acrylic polymer chemical family. Synthesized through free-radical polymerization and crosslinking of allyl methacrylate units.

2-Propenoic acid, 2-methyl-, 1,2-ethenediyl ester, polymer with 2-propenyl 2-methyl-2-propenoate

CAS #

182212-41-5

Form

Powder

State

Solid

Skin Types

●all-skin-types, gentle

Best For

General

Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe

Caution

Functions

Emulsion Stabilising

Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.

Opacifying

Viscosity Controlling

Stabilizes Emulsion

Adds Opacity

Controls Viscosity

Antioxidant Protection

Reduces Inflammation

Keeps product blended

Creates creamy opacity

Controls product thickness

The paper trail

🔬Peer-reviewednone on file

⚖️Regulatory1 listing →

🛡️Safety-assessed3 reviews →

Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.

EWG

CIR

Safe as used

Pregnancy

Caution

Concentration Guide

Leave-on0.0034–2%

Rinse-off0.075–1%

0%50%100%

CIR reported use · 2018 survey

Regulatory Status

USA✔ permitted

EU⚠ restricted

JAPAN⚠ restricted

CANADA⚠ restricted

Regulatory Agencies

EWG CIR FDA EU COSING Health Canada

Verified Jun 2026

Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR