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Film Former

BUTYL BENZOIC ACID/PHTHALIC ANHYDRIDE/TRIMETHYLOLETHANE COPOLYMER

CAS 68814-19-7 Updated
60

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A nail-lacquer film former built from butyl benzoic acid, phthalic anhydride and trimethylolethane — gives gloss, hardness and durable wear. Cured polymer is low risk but the phthalate-derived backbone calls for monomer-residual control.

Function

FILM FORMING

Skin benefits

  • Glossy film
  • Wear and adhesion
  • Hardness

Known concerns

  • Possible trace phthalates from monomer
  • Plasticiser-style impurity oversight

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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