Polyvinyl Alcohol
✓ EU AllowedIdentification
CAS Number 9002-89-5
CosIng Ref 79330
Chemical Name Ethenol, homopolymer
Formula C2H4O
Mol. Weight 44.05 g/mol
Function & Classification
Primary Function Film Forming
Secondary Functions Thickener, Emulsifying
Category Thickeners & Polymers
Manufacturer A.H.A International
EU Regulatory Status
Safety Profile
1 / 10
Skin Type Compatibility
Fungal Acne Safe ✓ Safe
Toxicology Profile
NOAEL >5000 mg/kg bw/day (oral) CIR 2018 / FDA
Sensitization Non-sensitizer
Genotoxicity Non-genotoxic
Phototoxicity Non-phototoxic
LD₅₀ Oral >20000 mg/kg (rat)
Skin Irritation (Draize) 0.0 / 4.0
Eye Irritation (Draize) 0.2 / 4.0
Formulation Guidelines
pH Stability 5 – ?
Benefits Film forming properties; Thickening agent; Stabilizer; Emulsion formation; Solvent resistant coating; Adhesive properties
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