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Film Former

DIBUTYL MALEATE/HEXADECENE/TETRADECENE COPOLYMER

CAS 128218-63-3 Updated
65

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A maleate/olefin copolymer used as film former in long-wear cosmetics. Inert cured polymer; safety hinges on purification of unreacted monomers.

Skin benefits

  • Film former for color cosmetics and sunscreens
  • Improves water resistance
  • Adds long-wear to formulations

Known concerns

  • Class-based assessment, polymer-specific data thin
  • Residual monomer risk depends on purification
  • Maleate ester class may be mildly sensitizing if unreacted

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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