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Cosmetic ingredient (INCI)

Amps/Hema Crosspolymer

Used in cosmetic products as viscosity controlling. AMPS/HEMA Crosspolymer is a copolymer of 2-Acrylamido-2-Methylpropane Sulfonic Acid and HEMA crosslinked with N,N'-methylene-bis-acrylamide.

Allowed with restrictions

EU Cosmetics Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009, Annex III/33.

Annex III/33: 0,15 % calculated as F. / When mixed with other fluorine compounds permitted under this Annex, total F concentration must not exceed 0,15 %

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Frequently asked questions

What is Amps/Hema Crosspolymer used for in cosmetics?

Amps/Hema Crosspolymer is used in cosmetic products as viscosity controlling. AMPS/HEMA Crosspolymer is a copolymer of 2-Acrylamido-2-Methylpropane Sulfonic Acid and HEMA crosslinked with N,N'-methylene-bis-acrylamide.

Is Amps/Hema Crosspolymer restricted in cosmetics in the EU?

Amps/Hema Crosspolymer is listed in the annexes of EU Cosmetics Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009: Annex III/33 (allowed with restrictions). Annex III/33: 0,15 % calculated as F. / When mixed with other fluorine compounds permitted under this Annex, total F concentration must not exceed 0,15 % Always check the full annex entry for the conditions of use.