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Film Former

RICINOLEIC ACID/ADIPIC ACID/AEEA COPOLYMER

CAS 221278-30-4
70

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

A polyester copolymer used as a film former in cosmetic formulas. Skin exposure is to the polymer (very low absorption), but residual AEEA monomer is the quality flag for this class.

Function

VISCOSITY CONTROLLING

Skin benefits

  • Film-forming polyester for cosmetic durability
  • Improves wear of make-up and conditioners
  • Plant-derived ricinoleic backbone

Known concerns

  • AEEA (aminoethylethanolamine) component has mild reproductive-toxicity flag
  • Polymer-bound; free monomer minimal but residuals possible
  • Limited cosmetic-specific data

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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