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Sodium Polyacrylate

Korean: 소듐폴리아크릴레이트 · Functions: absorbent, binding, emulsion stabilising, film forming, hair fixing, skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient, viscosity controlling

KR South Korea (MFDS)

No specific rule on file.

EU European Union (CosIng)

No specific rule on file.

US United States (FDA)

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

Our noteA polymer used to thicken products and absorb water.

Products listing Sodium Polyacrylate

Also listed as

Sodium Polyacrylate 소듐폴리아크릴레이트

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

What is Sodium Polyacrylate?

A polymer used to thicken products and absorb water.

Is Sodium Polyacrylate banned in the European Union?

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

Is Sodium Polyacrylate 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 Sodium Polyacrylate 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 Sodium Polyacrylate used for in cosmetics?

The EU's CosIng inventory lists its functions as: absorbent, binding, emulsion stabilising, film forming, hair fixing, skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient, viscosity controlling.

What is Sodium Polyacrylate called on Korean labels?

Korea's MFDS standard Korean name is 소듐폴리아크릴레이트.

Which K-beauty products contain Sodium Polyacrylate?

24+ products we checked list it, for example Dr.Althea 0.1 Gentle Retinol Serum, Mixsoon 1+1 Bean Cream 65ml, Dr.Althea 147 Barrier Cream.

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