Phthalic Anhydride/Trimellitic Anhydride/Glycols Copolymer
Phthalic Anhydride/Trimellitic Anhydride/Glycols Copolymer is a viscosity controlling and film forming ingredient. It’s in 10 products on Poliage. Avoid lists on Poliage that include it: none.
Updated October 21, 2026
In plain English
Phthalic anhydride/trimellitic anhydride/glycols copolymer: used to leave a thin film on skin or hair.
What it does
Contains Phthalic Anhydride/Trimellitic Anhydride/Glycols Copolymer: film-forming
Function listed in CosIng
Contains Phthalic Anhydride/Trimellitic Anhydride/Glycols Copolymer: viscosity-controlling
Function listed in CosIng
Source: CosIng, the European Commission cosmetic ingredient database, ref 79717, accessed October 22, 2026.
Products that contain Phthalic Anhydride/Trimellitic Anhydride/Glycols Copolymer
L.A. Colors
Color Craze Purple Passion Nail Polish (No. 612)
Lists drying alcohol
Sassy + Chic
Nail polish 910
Lists drying alcohol
Sassy + Chic
Nail polish 948
Lists drying alcohol
Sassy + Chic
Nail polish 954
Lists drying alcohol
Nucolor
Nail Polish 990
Lists drying alcohol
Nucolor
Nail Polish 993
Lists drying alcohol
Nucolor
Nail polish 997
Lists drying alcohol
Sephora
Vernis à ongles Brillance 5 jours L49
Lists drying alcohol
Sephora
Vernis à ongles laqué - L30 Not that shy
Lists drying alcohol
Sephora
Vernis à ongles laque Brillance 5 jours
Lists drying alcohol
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