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polymer-monomer

DIISOBUTYL MALEATE

CAS 14234-82-3
45

Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

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

Diisobutyl Maleate is a reactive maleate ester used in polymer chemistry. Sensitization potential and limited cosmetic safety data make it more suited to industrial than personal-care formulation.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT, PLASTICISER, SKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Used as a comonomer and plasticizer in polymer formulations
  • Provides flexibility to film-forming polymers

Known concerns

  • Maleate esters are potential skin and respiratory sensitizers
  • Reactive double bond may form irritating adducts
  • Limited individual cosmetic safety data
  • Better suited to industrial than personal-care applications
  • Potential for migration of unreacted monomer

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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This profile is for educational purposes and does not constitute medical advice. Regulatory status and scientific understanding evolve, so always read the physical product label and consult a healthcare professional for personal concerns.