Film Former
ACRYLOYLOXYETHYL PHTHALATE
Safety score · 0–100
Caution
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A hybrid acrylate-phthalate plasticiser monomer. Combines two problematic groups — phthalate endocrine-disruption concerns and acrylate sensitisation — making it a poor cosmetic candidate under EU regulatory direction.
Function
Skin benefits
- Plasticising effect in polymer films
- Acrylate functionality enables UV cure
Known concerns
- Phthalate moiety raises endocrine disruption concerns
- Acrylate group is a documented skin sensitiser
- EU phthalate restrictions disfavour this class for cosmetics
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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