OriginDerived from polyvinyl methyl ether and maleic anhydride copolymer, a synthetic polymer chemical family. Synthesized through copolymerization of vinyl methyl ether with maleic anhydride, then esterified and potassium-neutralized.
Potassium salt of ethyl ester of PVM/MA copolymer
Formula
C9H9KO3
Mol. Weight
204.26
CAS #
36457-19-9
Form
Liquid
State
Liquid
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Functions
Chelating
Grabs onto metal ions in water that would destabilize the formula. Keeps your product from going bad or changing color.
Removes Metal Ions
Binds metal ions
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