Film Former
DI(T-BUTYLCYCLOHEXYL) PEROXYDICARBONATE
Safety score · 0–100
Caution
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
An organic peroxydicarbonate ester used as a radical initiator in some film-forming cosmetic chemistries. Organic peroxides are well-known skin sensitizers and respiratory irritants, putting this firmly into caution territory.
Function
Skin benefits
- Initiates polymer formation in situ
- Useful in select film-former chemistries
Known concerns
- Organic peroxides are strong skin sensitizers
- Respiratory and eye irritation risk
- Thermal-decomposition hazard during handling
- Limited finished-product safety dossier
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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