Sodium Styrene/Acrylates Copolymer Cas 9010-92-8
Product Description
Product Name: Sodium Styrene/Acrylates Copolymer
Synonyms: 2-methylprop-2-enoic acid,styrene
CAS No. 9010-92-8
M.F.: C12H14O2
M.W.: 190.24
EINECS: 618-461-7
Specifications
Items | Specifications | Results |
Appearance | White emulsion | Conform |
Odor | Typical | Conform |
pH(10% aq.) | 1.5-5.0 | 3.01 |
Solid content (%) | 40.0±2.0 | 40.7 |
Germs (CFU/ ml ) | MAX 100 | 0 |
Yeast & Mould (CFU/ ml ) | MAX 100 | 0 |
Conclusion | The product conforms to the above specifications. |
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Sodium Styrene/Acrylates Copolymer is a synthetic polymer used primarily in cosmetics and personal care products. It is created through the copolymerization of styrene and one or more acrylate monomers (like acrylic acid or its esters), which are then neutralized with sodium hydroxide. This results in a white, fine powder or dispersion that functions as a versatile film-forming agent, texture enhancer, and stabilizer.
Key Properties
Film-Forming: Creates a flexible, water-resistant film on hair or skin.
Stabilizer & Thickener: Helps stabilize emulsions (oil-water mixtures) and can thicken formulations.
Texture Modifier: Imparts a smooth, silky feel to products.
Water Resistance: Provides resistance to humidity and water wash-off.
Opacity & Bulking Agent: Adds body and opacity to products.
Primary Uses & Applications
1. Cosmetics & Personal Care (Most Common)
It is a workhorse ingredient in many products due to its multifunctional nature:
Hair Care:
Hairsprays, mousses, gels: Provides hold, stiffness, and humidity resistance by forming a flexible film on hair strands.
Shampoos & conditioners: Adds body and thickness, improves texture.
Makeup:
Mascara, eyeliners: Enhances waterproofing, prevents smudging, and improves application.
Foundations, BB creams: Helps create a smooth, even film on the skin, improving wear and water resistance.
Powders, compacts: Acts as a binder to press powders and can improve slip.
Skincare:
Sunscreens: Helps form an even, water-resistant film to improve SPF efficacy.
Moisturizers & lotions: Stabilizes the formula and enhances skin feel.
2. Non-Cosmetic Applications
While less common, its properties are utilized in:
Coatings & Paints: As a film-forming agent and binder.
Textiles: For fabric coatings and finishes.
Industrial Adhesives: As a component in adhesive formulations.
Why is it Used? Benefits for Formulations
Improves Performance: Enhances longevity and water resistance of makeup and hair styles.
Creates Desired Texture: Delivers smooth, non-sticky, silky feel that consumers enjoy.
Stabilizes Products: Helps prevent ingredients from separating, extending shelf life.
Versatile & Effective: Performs well at low concentrations, making it cost-effective.
Safety & Considerations
Regulatory Status: Generally recognized as safe for use in cosmetics by expert panels (e.g., CIR - Cosmetic Ingredient Review). It is approved for use in many countries, including the US, EU, Canada, and Japan.
Skin Sensitivity: It is considered a low-risk ingredient for most people. However, as with any polymer:
It can potentially cause mild irritation if it gets into the eyes.
Some individuals with very sensitive skin may find it drying or slightly irritating, especially in leave-on products.
It is non-comedogenic (does not clog pores).
Environmental Note: As a synthetic polymer, its environmental biodegradability is low. However, in cosmetic wash-off products, it is typically used in very small amounts (<5% concentration).
How to Identify It on Labels
It is listed by its International Nomenclature of Cosmetic Ingredients (INCI) name: "SODIUM STYRENE/ACRYLATES COPOLYMER".
Often found in the middle of the ingredient list, indicating a moderate concentration.
In summary, Sodium Styrene/Acrylates Copolymer is a common, versatile synthetic polymer that acts as a film-former and texture enhancer, crucial for the performance and feel of many long-wearing, water-resistant cosmetics and hair care products.
Packing & Shipping
FAQ
1. Do you have stock?
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2. Could you please provide some samples?
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3. How should I pay?
We accept various payment terms such as L/C,T/T, Western Union and Money Gram.
4. Is there a discount?
Different quantity has different discount.
5.What's your MOQ?
Different products have different MOQ, such as:
1).Peptide products, the MOQ is 1 gram level
2).Liquid products, the MOQ is usually 50-100ML
3).API, the MOQ is 1KG
4).Intermediate products and conventional product, the MOQ is 1KG; custom-tailored products, the MOQ depends on the production process.
5).Food additives and vitamin, the MOQ is usually one package: such as Vitamin C is 25KG / drum, Vitamin E oil or Vitamin A oil is 5KG/bag;Vitamin E powder or Vitamin A powder is 20KG / cartons.
6).Agrochemical , the MOQ is 1KG, except preparations.
6.How do we take the quality complaint ?
First of all, our quality control will reduce the quality issue to near zero. If there is a quality problem caused by us, we will send you free goods for replacement or compensate your loss.
Company Information
Company profile
Wuhan Fortuna Chemical Co.,Ltd established in 2006, is a big integrative chemical enterprise being engaged in Pharmaceutical & its intermediates, Food/Feed additives, Fine chemicals in distributing the products of our own company and affiliated enterprises, are the members of Hubei E-commerce Chamber.
Our company has professional persons who major in chemical R&D and sicentific management, supply fine chemical products with high quality and close service, also supply custom-tailored products according to our clients’ requirement.
We have a positive and self-motivated management work team with a common philosophy, caring and commitment through teamwork, our team strive to achieve success in delighting our clients and ourselves.
Since Wuhan Fortuna Chemical Co., Ltd founded, we continuously innovate our products and improve our service, sales network. Hence, we initiate the first sale mode on net in China, which is the retail trade of small package bring along wholesale of diversified management modes. Our products are exported widely to South Korea, Vietnam, Australia, Europe and South America, highly recommended by our clients.
We insist on the management creed “Market is our compass, Quality is our life, Credit is our soul”. Clients’ trust is our forward powder, their satisfaction is our struggling goal.
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