Copal
A cosmetic ingredient used as film forming, viscosity controlling in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Copals. Extractives and their physically modified derivatives. It is a product which may contain resin acids and their esters, terpenes, and oxidation or polymerization products of these terpenes. (Trachylobium or Hymenaea courbaril, Leguminosae)
What does it do?
Copal 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
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Viscosity controlling
adjusts the thickness or flow of a formulation
EU regulatory status
Copal 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 Copal?
Copal is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Copals. Extractives and their physically modified derivatives. It is a product which may contain resin acids and their esters, terpenes, and oxidation or polymerization products of these terpenes. (Trachylobium or Hymenaea courbaril, Leguminosae)
Is Copal allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Copal is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Copal do in cosmetic products?
Copal is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: film forming, viscosity controlling.
What is the CAS number of Copal?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Copal is 9000-14-0.
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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