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Film Former

PENTAERYTHRITYL TETRAMERCAPTOPROPIONATE

CAS 7575-23-7 Updated
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Safety score · 0–100

Caution

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

About

A polythiol crosslinker used in some nail and gel polymer systems. ECHA notifiers classify it as a skin sensitizer and very toxic to aquatic life — handled as red.

Function

FILM FORMING

Skin benefits

  • Crosslinker enabling cured polymer films
  • No direct skin benefit

Known concerns

  • Skin sensitizer (H317)
  • Harmful if swallowed (H302)
  • Aquatic toxicant (H400/H410)
  • Possible organ toxicity (H371)

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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