Film Former
SUCROSE BENZOATE/SUCROSE ACETATE ISOBUTYRATE/BUTYL BENZYL PHTHALATE COPOLYMER
Safety score · 0–100
Avoid
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A film-forming copolymer that incorporates butyl benzyl phthalate, an EU-prohibited phthalate (CMR category, Annex II). Not appropriate for EU cosmetics regardless of the rest of the polymer.
Function
Skin benefits
- Contributes to nail lacquer/hair spray film performance
- Adjusts viscosity in fast-drying systems
Known concerns
- Contains butyl benzyl phthalate (BBP), an EU CMR/Annex II substance
- Phthalate residues linked to endocrine disruption
- Restricted or prohibited in EU cosmetics under Reg 1223/2009 Annex II
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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