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Isophthalic Acid/pentaerythritol Crosspolymer Benzoate/isostearate

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

What is it?

Isophthalic Acid/Pentaerythritol Crosspolymer Benzoate/Isostearate is a copolymer of Isophthalic Acid and Pentaerythritol which is end-capped with Benzoic Acid or Isostearic Acid; 1,3-Benzenedicarboxylic Acid, Polymer with 2,2-Bis(Hydroxymethyl-1,3-Propanediol, Benzoate Isooctadecanoate

What does it do?

Isophthalic Acid/pentaerythritol Crosspolymer Benzoate/isostearate 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

  • Viscosity controlling

    adjusts the thickness or flow of a formulation

EU regulatory status

Isophthalic Acid/pentaerythritol Crosspolymer Benzoate/isostearate 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 Isophthalic Acid/pentaerythritol Crosspolymer Benzoate/isostearate?

Isophthalic Acid/pentaerythritol Crosspolymer Benzoate/isostearate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Isophthalic Acid/Pentaerythritol Crosspolymer Benzoate/Isostearate is a copolymer of Isophthalic Acid and Pentaerythritol which is end-capped with Benzoic Acid or Isostearic Acid; 1,3-Benzenedicarboxylic Acid, Polymer with 2,2-Bis(Hydroxymethyl-1,3-Propanediol, Benzoate Isooctadecanoate

Is Isophthalic Acid/pentaerythritol Crosspolymer Benzoate/isostearate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Isophthalic Acid/pentaerythritol Crosspolymer Benzoate/isostearate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Isophthalic Acid/pentaerythritol Crosspolymer Benzoate/isostearate do in cosmetic products?

Isophthalic Acid/pentaerythritol Crosspolymer Benzoate/isostearate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: film forming, viscosity controlling.

What is the CAS number of Isophthalic Acid/pentaerythritol Crosspolymer Benzoate/isostearate?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Isophthalic Acid/pentaerythritol Crosspolymer Benzoate/isostearate is 909394-29-2.

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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