Bis-Lauryldimoniumhydroxyethyl Bromide (PEG-220/SMDI Copolymer)

INCI: BIS-LAURYLDIMONIUMHYDROXYETHYL BROMIDE

CAS Number
Not publicly assigned
Function
Viscosity controlling, film forming
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Not individually reviewed by CIR. SMDI monomer partially addressed in CIR HDI Polymers report (2016) where SMDI is identified as an HDI analog.

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
negligible
Sensitization
moderate

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Expert Verdict

Residual SMDI monomer (diisocyanate) must be confirmed below limit of detection; PEG ethoxylation may produce trace contaminants including 1,4-dioxane and ethylene oxide; quaternary ammonium salt may cause irritation if free monomer is present.

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Concern Level: Moderate

Regulatory Flags

peg-ingredient

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bis-Lauryldimoniumhydroxyethyl Bromide (PEG-220/SMDI Copolymer) safe in cosmetics?

Residual SMDI monomer (diisocyanate) must be confirmed below limit of detection; PEG ethoxylation may produce trace contaminants including 1,4-dioxane and ethylene oxide; quaternary ammonium salt may cause irritation if free monomer is present. The EU classifies Bis-Lauryldimoniumhydroxyethyl Bromide (PEG-220/SMDI Copolymer) as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Bis-Lauryldimoniumhydroxyethyl Bromide (PEG-220/SMDI Copolymer) allowed in the EU?

Bis-Lauryldimoniumhydroxyethyl Bromide (PEG-220/SMDI Copolymer) EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Bis-Lauryldimoniumhydroxyethyl Bromide (PEG-220/SMDI Copolymer) do in cosmetics?

Bis-Lauryldimoniumhydroxyethyl Bromide (PEG-220/SMDI Copolymer) functions as: Viscosity controlling, film forming. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not publicly assigned.

What is the Margin of Safety for Bis-Lauryldimoniumhydroxyethyl Bromide (PEG-220/SMDI Copolymer)?

not established The Margin of Safety (MoS) is calculated using SCCS methodology. A MoS above 100 is generally considered safe. Use the MoS Calculator tool to calculate MoS for your specific formulation and product category.

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