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ADIPIC ACID/NEOPENTYL GLYCOL COPOLYMER

Updated
80

Safety score · 0–100

Good

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

About

A polyester copolymer of adipic acid and neopentyl glycol used as a binder and texture-modifier in cosmetics. Inert on skin (high MW); main caveat is synthetic-polymer environmental persistence under EU review.

Function

BINDINGFILM FORMINGSKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Smooth product texture
  • Cosmetic binding
  • Skin-inert

Known concerns

  • Environmental persistence
  • Microplastic-class concerns
  • Limited biodegradability

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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