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Styrene/Acrylates Copolymer

Korean: 스타이렌/아크릴레이트코폴리머 · Functions: film forming, opacifying

KR South Korea (MFDS)

No specific rule on file.

EU European Union (CosIng)

Prohibited Annex II/1725

Conditions: Styrene/Acrylates copolymer (nano) [INCI] Sodium Styrene/Acrylates copolymer (nano) [INCI]

Source: EU CosIng — Annex II · checked Oct 16, 2026

US United States (FDA)

No specific rule on file. The FDA regulates few cosmetic ingredients by name; no rule does not mean approval.

Products listing Styrene/Acrylates Copolymer

Also listed as

STYRENE/ACRYLATES COPOLYMER 스타이렌/아크릴레이트코폴리머

Information only, not medical advice. Rules change — always check the linked official source. If you are pregnant, have a skin condition or allergies, ask a dermatologist or pharmacist.

Frequently asked questions

Is Styrene/Acrylates Copolymer banned in the European Union?

In the EU's CosIng records it is listed as “Prohibited” (EU CosIng — Annex II).

Is Styrene/Acrylates Copolymer banned in South Korea?

We found no specific rule for it in Korea's MFDS records. That is not an approval or a safety statement.

Is Styrene/Acrylates Copolymer allowed in cosmetics in the U.S.?

We found no specific rule for it in the FDA's records. That is not an approval or a safety statement.

What is Styrene/Acrylates Copolymer used for in cosmetics?

The EU's CosIng inventory lists its functions as: film forming, opacifying.

What is Styrene/Acrylates Copolymer called on Korean labels?

Korea's MFDS standard Korean name is 스타이렌/아크릴레이트코폴리머.

Which K-beauty products contain Styrene/Acrylates Copolymer?

6 products we checked list it, for example Heimish All Clean Gentle Exfoliating Gel Cleanser 130ml/4.3fl.oz, Nature Republic Color & Nature Nail Color 01 Cherry Red, Nature Republic Color & Nature Nail Color 10 Sky Way.

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