Ethylene/VA Copolymer

INGREDIENT

Ethylene/VA Copolymer

Synthetic Polymer

Use With Caution

An ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymer used to improve flexibility, adhesion, and wear resistance. It is considered safe for topical use but is a persistent synthetic polymer with limited biodegradability.

Also known as 2 Synonyms
Function Film Former; Binder; Opacifying Agent
Safety Meter Use With Caution
Evidence Level Strong
CAS Number 24937-78-8
Category Synthetic Polymer
Function Film Former; Binder; Opacifying Agent
Evidence Level Strong
Status Use With Caution
INSIDE THE FORMULA

What it does

Film Former; Binder; Opacifying Agent

OUR STANDARD

How to read this rating

This rating reflects the Oh Daisey ingredient standard and the evidence currently available for cosmetic use. Product safety can also depend on concentration, exposure route, formulation, manufacturing quality, and individual sensitivity.

RESEARCH

Sources

  1. 1 www.cir-safety.org
  2. 2 cosmetics.ec.europa.eu
FOUND IN

Found in Approved Products

This ingredient appears in 1 Oh Daisey Approved Product.

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