Bis-Methoxy PEG-10 Poly(Tetramethylxylene Diisocyanate)

INCI: BIS-METHOXY PEG-10 POLY(TETRAMETHYLXYLENE DIISOCYANATE)

CAS Number
Not publicly assigned
Function
Film forming, viscosity controlling (by analogy with diisocyanate polymer class)
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Not individually reviewed by CIR. TMXDI (tetramethylxylene diisocyanate) is a diisocyanate analog of HDI; the CIR HDI Polymers report addresses the class concern but does not cover this specific polymer.

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Residual TMXDI monomer must be confirmed below limit of detection; diisocyanates cause occupational asthma and allergic contact dermatitis; PEG ethoxylation contaminants present; no CIR or SCCS assessment available.

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Concern Level: High

Regulatory Flags

peg-ingredient

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bis-Methoxy PEG-10 Poly(Tetramethylxylene Diisocyanate) safe in cosmetics?

Residual TMXDI monomer must be confirmed below limit of detection; diisocyanates cause occupational asthma and allergic contact dermatitis; PEG ethoxylation contaminants present; no CIR or SCCS assessment available. The EU classifies Bis-Methoxy PEG-10 Poly(Tetramethylxylene Diisocyanate) as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Bis-Methoxy PEG-10 Poly(Tetramethylxylene Diisocyanate) allowed in the EU?

Bis-Methoxy PEG-10 Poly(Tetramethylxylene Diisocyanate) EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Bis-Methoxy PEG-10 Poly(Tetramethylxylene Diisocyanate) do in cosmetics?

Bis-Methoxy PEG-10 Poly(Tetramethylxylene Diisocyanate) functions as: Film forming, viscosity controlling (by analogy with diisocyanate polymer class). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not publicly assigned.

What is the Margin of Safety for Bis-Methoxy PEG-10 Poly(Tetramethylxylene Diisocyanate)?

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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