Bis-Methoxy PEG-20 Polycaprolactone/HDI Copolymer

INCI: BIS-METHOXY PEG-20 POLYCAPROLACTONE/HDI COPOLYMER

CAS Number
Not publicly assigned (polyurethane-type copolymer)
Function
Film forming, skin conditioning, viscosity controlling
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status prohibited
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Not individually reviewed by CIR; no specific FDA restriction

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Critical flag: residual HDI monomer โ€” unreacted HDI is a known respiratory sensitizer (ECHA Carc/Sens classification); must verify residual free isocyanate levels <0.1%; PEG component carries 1,4-dioxane risk

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Concern Level: High

Regulatory Flags

potential-allergen peg-ingredient

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bis-Methoxy PEG-20 Polycaprolactone/HDI Copolymer safe in cosmetics?

Critical flag: residual HDI monomer โ€” unreacted HDI is a known respiratory sensitizer (ECHA Carc/Sens classification); must verify residual free isocyanate levels <0.1%; PEG component carries 1,4-dioxane risk The EU classifies Bis-Methoxy PEG-20 Polycaprolactone/HDI Copolymer as "prohibited". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Bis-Methoxy PEG-20 Polycaprolactone/HDI Copolymer allowed in the EU?

Bis-Methoxy PEG-20 Polycaprolactone/HDI Copolymer EU regulatory status: prohibited. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Bis-Methoxy PEG-20 Polycaprolactone/HDI Copolymer do in cosmetics?

Bis-Methoxy PEG-20 Polycaprolactone/HDI Copolymer functions as: Film forming, skin conditioning, viscosity controlling. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not publicly assigned (polyurethane-type copolymer).

What is the Margin of Safety for Bis-Methoxy PEG-20 Polycaprolactone/HDI 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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