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:
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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