Butyl Benzoic Acid/phthalic Anhydride/trimethylolethane Copolymer
A cosmetic ingredient used as film forming in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
4-(1,1-dimethylethyl)benzoic acid, polymer with 1,2-benzenedicarboxylic anhydride and 2-methyl-2-hydroxymethyl-1,3-propanediol
What does it do?
Butyl Benzoic Acid/phthalic Anhydride/trimethylolethane 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
Butyl Benzoic Acid/phthalic Anhydride/trimethylolethane 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 Butyl Benzoic Acid/phthalic Anhydride/trimethylolethane Copolymer?
Butyl Benzoic Acid/phthalic Anhydride/trimethylolethane Copolymer is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 4-(1,1-dimethylethyl)benzoic acid, polymer with 1,2-benzenedicarboxylic anhydride and 2-methyl-2-hydroxymethyl-1,3-propanediol
Is Butyl Benzoic Acid/phthalic Anhydride/trimethylolethane Copolymer allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Butyl Benzoic Acid/phthalic Anhydride/trimethylolethane Copolymer is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Butyl Benzoic Acid/phthalic Anhydride/trimethylolethane Copolymer do in cosmetic products?
Butyl Benzoic Acid/phthalic Anhydride/trimethylolethane Copolymer is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: film forming.
What is the CAS number of Butyl Benzoic Acid/phthalic Anhydride/trimethylolethane Copolymer?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Butyl Benzoic Acid/phthalic Anhydride/trimethylolethane Copolymer is 68814-19-7.
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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