Sodium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate

Sodium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate molecular structure
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: Polymer Thickener, Acrylic Polymer
Synthetic
Emulsifier
Clean
OriginDerived from acrylic acid and dimethyl taurine, both petroleum-based synthetic chemicals. Synthesized through free radical polymerization of acryloyl dimethyl taurate monomers in aqueous solution.
2,2-Dimethyl-2-(2'-propenamido)ethanesulfonic acid, sodium salt, homopolymer
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
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
Anti-Inflammatory
Antimicrobial
Fights Acne
Keeps product blended
Controls product thickness
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed2 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 Sensitizer
1 study / 1 not sensitizing (CIR 714)
Not a Skin Irritant
1 study / 1 not irritating (CIR 714)
Concentration Guide
Leave-on1.4%
Rinse-offNot reported
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