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Film Former

COPAL

CAS 9000-14-0
58

Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

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

Tropical tree resin used as a film former and viscosity agent. Tree resins of this kind are known to sensitize skin in some users, so use is limited and caution is sensible.

Function

FILM FORMINGVISCOSITY CONTROLLING

Skin benefits

  • Film-forming and gloss in formulations
  • Viscosity control
  • Naturally derived resin

Known concerns

  • Resin allergens — colophony-style cross-reactivity possible
  • Skin sensitization risk reported for tree resins
  • Limited cosmetic safety dossier

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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