MUSCAT CHEMICAL TAG::
Phthalic acid is an aromatic dicarboxylic acid, with formula C6H4(CO2H)2. It is an isomer of isophthalic acid and terephthalic acid.
Phthalates (esters of phthalic acid) are a group of chemicals with a wide variety of industrial applications. Regarding cosmetics, they are used as plasticizers in products such as nail polishes and hair sprays, and as solvents and perfume fixatives in many other products.