Film Former
PHTHALIC ANHYDRIDE/GLYCERIN/GLYCIDYL DECANOATE COPOLYMER
Safety score · 0–100
Moderate
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A film-forming copolymer using phthalic anhydride, glycerin and a glycidyl ester. Once polymerized it is inert, but residual monomers raise modest concern, so it sits in the cautious-yellow zone.
Function
Skin benefits
- Film former
- Gloss in lip and nail products
Known concerns
- Phthalic anhydride monomer sensitizer
- Possible residual glycidol (genotoxic)
- Sparse dermal safety data
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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