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Adipic Acid/isophthalic Acid/neopentyl Glycol/trimethylolpropane Copolymer

A cosmetic ingredient used as film forming, hair fixing in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

What is it?

1,3-Benzenedicarboxylic acid, polymer with 2,2-dimethyl-1,3-propanediol, 2-ethyl-2-(hydroxymethyl)-1,3-propanediol and hexanedioic acid

What does it do?

Adipic Acid/isophthalic Acid/neopentyl Glycol/trimethylolpropane Copolymer is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Film forming

    forms a thin continuous film on skin, hair, or nails — used in long-wear makeup, sunscreens, and hairsprays

  • Hair fixing

    holds hair in a desired style, typically through a flexible film coating each strand

EU regulatory status

Adipic Acid/isophthalic Acid/neopentyl Glycol/trimethylolpropane Copolymer is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the European Union under Regulation 1223/2009. It is not subject to a specific Annex restriction at the time of writing.

Frequently asked questions

What is Adipic Acid/isophthalic Acid/neopentyl Glycol/trimethylolpropane Copolymer?

Adipic Acid/isophthalic Acid/neopentyl Glycol/trimethylolpropane Copolymer is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 1,3-Benzenedicarboxylic acid, polymer with 2,2-dimethyl-1,3-propanediol, 2-ethyl-2-(hydroxymethyl)-1,3-propanediol and hexanedioic acid

Is Adipic Acid/isophthalic Acid/neopentyl Glycol/trimethylolpropane Copolymer allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Adipic Acid/isophthalic Acid/neopentyl Glycol/trimethylolpropane Copolymer is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Adipic Acid/isophthalic Acid/neopentyl Glycol/trimethylolpropane Copolymer do in cosmetic products?

Adipic Acid/isophthalic Acid/neopentyl Glycol/trimethylolpropane Copolymer is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: film forming, hair fixing.

What is the CAS number of Adipic Acid/isophthalic Acid/neopentyl Glycol/trimethylolpropane Copolymer?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Adipic Acid/isophthalic Acid/neopentyl Glycol/trimethylolpropane Copolymer is 25950-34-9.

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Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 15/10/2010