Sodium Polyacrylate

Sodium Polyacrylate molecular structurePubChem

5+ year old children • Skin contact product

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Is this kid-friendly to use Sodium Polyacrylate?

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YES - Generally Safe
Danger Score: 2 (Lower is safer)
Quick Answer: Sodium Polyacrylate is generally considered safe for 5+ year old children when used in topical products. Kids may have different tolerance levels.

ℹ️General Overview

For children 5 years and older, Sodium Polyacrylate used in wipes or skin products is usually low risk when the skin is healthy. The biggest worry in safety reports is contamination by a chemical called acrylic acid, not the ingredient itself.

✅What to Do

Use products that are made by reputable brands and meant for children. Don’t use products with this ingredient on irritated or broken skin. If trying a new product, do a small patch test on the child’s arm and wait 24 hours to check for redness or irritation. Keep products away from the child’s mouth and eyes. If you are unsure about a product’s safety or see any rash, stop use and ask your pediatrician.

⚠️Warnings

Watch for skin irritation or redness after use and avoid use on cuts, rashes, or sore skin. Safety reviews note possible contamination with acrylic acid (a manufacturing impurity) and some reviewers flagged non-reproductive organ concerns and limited data — these are reasons to choose products with good quality controls and to avoid prolonged or large-area use on children’s skin. If a product smells unusually strong or causes burning, stop use and contact a healthcare provider.

Confidence: MEDIUM

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Safety Risk Labels

This ingredient has the following documented risks:

Organ Risk: Environment Canada classifies this material as expected to be toxic or harmful to non-reproductive organs and gives it a medium human-health priority. That means repeated or heavy exposure could harm organs (for example liver, kidneys, or lungs).
Irritant: Industry safety reviewers note the ingredient should be used only when formulated to avoid irritation, and the ingredient data flags possible contamination with acrylic acid (a known skin and respiratory irritant). Because of that, products containing it may cause skin redness, itching, or rashes—especially on very sensitive baby skin.
Long-Term Risk: The U.S. FDA records this material for limited uses in food and as a food additive with only limited toxicity data. That means people can get exposed from more than one source (food plus topical products), so small exposures can add up over time and raise longer-term health concern.

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Alternative Names for Sodium Polyacrylate

This ingredient may also be listed as:

sodium polyacrylateFT-0621879POLY(ACRYLIC ACID SODIUM SALT) POWDER MW~50002-PROPENOIC ACID SODIUM SALT; ACRYLIC ACID SODIUM SALTR624POLY(ACRYLIC ACID SODIUM SALT) AVERAGE 30 WT. % IN H2OJ-523991CAS-7446-81-3POLY(ACRYLIC ACID SODIUM SALT)50 WT. % IN H2OO749Q15632837

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Products Containing Sodium Polyacrylate

This ingredient is found in the following products:

This list shows products that contain Sodium Polyacrylate or its alternative names.

Research Articles on Sodium Polyacrylate

Scientific research related to this ingredient:

Sensitisation to the acrylate co-polymers glyceryl acrylate/acrylic acid co-polymer, sodium polyacrylate and acrylates/C10-30 alkyl acrylate cross-polymer (Carbopol®) is rare.

PMID: 39187930PubMed ↗

These research articles provide scientific evidence about Sodium Polyacrylate safety and effects.

Common Questions About Sodium Polyacrylate

Is this kid-friendly to use Sodium Polyacrylate?

Yes, Sodium Polyacrylate is generally considered safe for 5+ year old children based on current research.

What are the organ risk risks of Sodium Polyacrylate for children?

May harm organs like liver, kidneys, or lungs with repeated use.

What are the irritant risks of Sodium Polyacrylate for children?

Can cause skin redness, itchiness, or rashes—especially on sensitive baby skin.

What are the long-term risk risks of Sodium Polyacrylate for children?

Linked to long-term health effects after years of use or exposure.

What products contain Sodium Polyacrylate?

Sodium Polyacrylate is commonly found in skincare products, cosmetics, and topical applications. Always check ingredient labels before use.

When can kids start using products with Sodium Polyacrylate?

The appropriate age depends on the specific ingredient properties and concentration. This analysis is for 5+ year old children. Use the age selector above to check other ages.

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