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Film Former

POLYVINYL BENZAL

CAS 113476-06-5 Updated
60

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A synthetic polymer film-former used as a binder in cosmetics. Cured polymer is inert; concern is residual benzaldehyde monomer if poorly purified.

Function

HAIR CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Forms a flexible film for cosmetics
  • Used as binder and matrix-former
  • Inert when fully cured

Known concerns

  • Possible residual benzaldehyde monomer if poorly cured
  • No PubChem CID returned for this CAS
  • Limited published cosmetic safety review
  • Synthetic polymer with thin dossier

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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