Bis-Pentaerythritol Triacrylate/SMDI Copolymer
INCI: BIS-PENTAERYTHRITOL TRIACRYLATE/SMDI COPOLYMER
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
SMDI (4,4'-methylenebis(cyclohexyl isocyanate)) is an isocyanate monomer — residual free monomer is a documented respiratory and dermal sensitizer. CIR explicitly requested monomer impurity data. Do NOT use without verified residual isocyanate specification (less than 1 ppm recommended).
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bis-Pentaerythritol Triacrylate/SMDI Copolymer safe in cosmetics?
SMDI (4,4'-methylenebis(cyclohexyl isocyanate)) is an isocyanate monomer — residual free monomer is a documented respiratory and dermal sensitizer. CIR explicitly requested monomer impurity data. Do NOT use without verified residual isocyanate specification (less than 1 ppm recommended). The EU classifies Bis-Pentaerythritol Triacrylate/SMDI Copolymer as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Bis-Pentaerythritol Triacrylate/SMDI Copolymer allowed in the EU?
Bis-Pentaerythritol Triacrylate/SMDI Copolymer EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Bis-Pentaerythritol Triacrylate/SMDI Copolymer do in cosmetics?
Bis-Pentaerythritol Triacrylate/SMDI Copolymer functions as: Film forming (polyurethane-acrylate hybrid copolymer). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not assigned (polymeric ingredient).
What is the Margin of Safety for Bis-Pentaerythritol Triacrylate/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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