Allowed in EU

Benzoic Acid/phthalic Anhydride/pentaerythritol/neopentyl Glycol/palmitic Acid Copolymer

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

What is it?

1,3-Isobenzofurandione, polymer with 2,2-bis(hydroxymethyl)-1,3-propanediol and 2,2-dimethyl-1,3-propanediol, benzoates hexadecanoates

What does it do?

Benzoic Acid/phthalic Anhydride/pentaerythritol/neopentyl Glycol/palmitic Acid 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

EU regulatory status

Benzoic Acid/phthalic Anhydride/pentaerythritol/neopentyl Glycol/palmitic Acid 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 Benzoic Acid/phthalic Anhydride/pentaerythritol/neopentyl Glycol/palmitic Acid Copolymer?

Benzoic Acid/phthalic Anhydride/pentaerythritol/neopentyl Glycol/palmitic Acid Copolymer is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 1,3-Isobenzofurandione, polymer with 2,2-bis(hydroxymethyl)-1,3-propanediol and 2,2-dimethyl-1,3-propanediol, benzoates hexadecanoates

Is Benzoic Acid/phthalic Anhydride/pentaerythritol/neopentyl Glycol/palmitic Acid Copolymer allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Benzoic Acid/phthalic Anhydride/pentaerythritol/neopentyl Glycol/palmitic Acid Copolymer is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Benzoic Acid/phthalic Anhydride/pentaerythritol/neopentyl Glycol/palmitic Acid Copolymer do in cosmetic products?

Benzoic Acid/phthalic Anhydride/pentaerythritol/neopentyl Glycol/palmitic Acid Copolymer is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: film forming.

What is the CAS number of Benzoic Acid/phthalic Anhydride/pentaerythritol/neopentyl Glycol/palmitic Acid Copolymer?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Benzoic Acid/phthalic Anhydride/pentaerythritol/neopentyl Glycol/palmitic Acid Copolymer is 68647-39-2.

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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