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Film Former

ACRYLONITRILE/METHYL METHACRYLATE/VINYLIDENE CHLORIDE COPOLYMER

CAS 25214-39-5
55

Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

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

Tiny plastic microspheres giving a smooth blurring effect — but acrylonitrile-containing copolymer microplastic is being phased out under EU 2023/2055 microplastic restrictions.

Skin benefits

  • Smooth blurring optical effect
  • Light, soft skin feel
  • Used in long-wear and primer products

Known concerns

  • Microplastic — EU restrictions phasing it out
  • Residual acrylonitrile monomer concern
  • Persistent in environment

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

Related film formers

Same plant / compound family

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