POLYACRYLAMIDE is graded B (Low Concern) by Expert·ING, based on COSING, FDA regulatory data. It is restricted under EU COSING — AnnexIII-CONCENTRATION-.
POLYACRYLAMIDE
Safety grade: B
Polyacrylamide is a synthetic polymer, meaning it's a chain-like molecule created in a laboratory. It's commonly used in cosmetics to help products stick together and create a smooth, protective layer on skin or hair.
This ingredient reduces static electricity, helps bind product ingredients together, and forms a thin protective film on the skin or hair to improve product performance and longevity.
Graded using: COSING, FDA.
- EU COSING — Restricted
Last verified: May 26, 2026
Other Antistatic ingredients
- COCAMIDOPROPYL BETAINE — Grade A
- PANTHENOL — Grade A
- GUAR HYDROXYPROPYLTRIMONIUM CHLORIDE — Grade A
- POLYQUATERNIUM-7 — Grade B
- PARAFFINUM LIQUIDUM — Grade C
- POLYQUATERNIUM-10 — Grade A
- LECITHIN — Grade A
- CETRIMONIUM CHLORIDE — Grade A