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Is Styrene/VA Copolymer vegetarian?

Styrene/VA Copolymer

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Styrene/VA Copolymer is a synthetic polymer of styrene and vinyl acetate monomers, used in cosmetics primarily as a film-forming agent in hair styling products.

Also known as Styrene/Vinyl Acetate Copolymer
INCI name Styrene/VA Copolymer
CAS number 15214-89-8
CosIng ID 38373
Last reviewed 9 July 2026

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