Film-Forming Agent

Glycidyl C8-11 Acidate …

INCI: GLYCIDYL C8-11 ACIDATE/GLYCERIN/PHTHALIC ANHYDRIDE COPOLYMER

Reviewed by Rosie · Last updated 18 Aug 2026

What Is Glycidyl C8-11 Acidate …?

Glycidyl C8-11 Acidate/Glycerin/Phthalic Anhydride Copolymer is a copolymer of the ester of glycidyl alcohol and C8-11 acids, glycerin and phthalic anhydride monomers.

Its declared cosmetic function is film forming.

Source: European Commission CosIng inventory.

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