Ammonium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate

Ammonium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate molecular structure
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: Amphomer, Polyacryloyl dimethyl taurate ammonium salt
Synthetic
Emulsifier
Clean
OriginSynthesized from acrylic acid and dimethyl taurate derivatives through polymerization chemistry. Produced via free-radical polymerization of acryloyl monomers with taurate functional groups.
1-Propanesulfonic acid, 2-methyl-2-[(1-oxo-2-propenyl)amino]-, monoammonium salt, homopolymer
CAS #
62152-14-1
Form
Liquid
Skin Types
●all-skin-types, gentle
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Functions
Emulsion Stabilising
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Viscosity Controlling
Stabilizes Emulsion
Controls Viscosity
Reduces Inflammation
Locks In Moisture
Keeps product blended
Controls product thickness
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed2 reviews →
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EWG
1
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
Concentration Guide
Leave-on0.015–2.3%
Rinse-off0.078–1.5%
0%50%100%
CIR reported use · 2015 survey
Regulatory Status
USA✔ permitted
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR