Phthalic Anhydride/Trimellitic Anhydride/Glycols Copolymer

Phthalic Anhydride/Trimellitic Anhydride/Glycols Copolymer is a cosmetic ingredient used as a film forming, viscosity controlling agent. It is used in 29 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).

INCI namePHTHALIC ANHYDRIDE/TRIMELLITIC ANHYDRIDE/GLYCOLS COPOLYMER
FunctionFILM FORMING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING
Prevalence29 products (0.03% of dataset)
Most used inNail
EU statusRestricted (annex )

Used in

Nail Care 100%

Frequently asked

What does Phthalic Anhydride/Trimellitic Anhydride/Glycols Copolymer do in skincare?
Phthalic Anhydride/Trimellitic Anhydride/Glycols Copolymer functions as a film forming, viscosity controlling agent in cosmetic formulas.
Is Phthalic Anhydride/Trimellitic Anhydride/Glycols Copolymer allowed in cosmetics?
Yes, but it is regulated in the EU — it appears in a Cosmetics Regulation annex with usage conditions.
What products contain Phthalic Anhydride/Trimellitic Anhydride/Glycols Copolymer?
It is most commonly found in Nail products, especially nail care (100% of its uses).

Manufacturers with experience using Phthalic Anhydride/Trimellitic Anhydride/Glycols Copolymer

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