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Film Former

BUTYL ACRYLATE/STYRENE COPOLYMER

CAS 25767-47-9
60

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

A film-forming copolymer of butyl acrylate and styrene. Polymerised form is largely inert, but residual styrene is an IARC 2A concern, so high-purity grades are required for cosmetic use.

Function

FILM FORMING

Skin benefits

  • Durable films
  • Pigment binding
  • Long-wear formulations

Known concerns

  • Styrene monomer is IARC Group 2A
  • Residual monomer in lower-purity batches
  • Microplastic environmental concern
  • Possible skin sensitisation

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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