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Film Former

SODIUM METHACRYLATE/STYRENE COPOLYMER

CAS 33970-45-5
80

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

A high-molecular-weight methacrylate/styrene copolymer used as a film former and opacifier. Too large to absorb through skin; raises microplastic-class environmental questions.

Function

OPACIFYING

Skin benefits

  • Smooth films on skin
  • Opacity in cosmetic emulsions
  • Not absorbed through skin

Known concerns

  • Synthetic polymer — microplastic class scrutiny in EU
  • Environmental persistence concerns

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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