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Film Former

DIPENTAERYTHRITYL HEXAMERCAPTOPROPIONATE

CAS 25359-71-1 Updated
45

Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

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

About

A six-thiol crosslinker used as a curing agent in nail and other UV-cure cosmetic systems. Thiol groups have an established potential for skin sensitisation, so use is generally restricted to cured films and controlled levels.

Function

BINDING

Skin benefits

  • Crosslinking agent for UV-cure systems
  • Improves film durability
  • Useful in nail product chemistry

Known concerns

  • Thiol groups carry sensitisation potential
  • Strong sulfur odour
  • Best confined to cured films, not skin contact

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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