Butanediol/Adipic Acid Copolymer

INCI: BUTANEDIOL/ADIPIC ACID COPOLYMER

CAS Number
Not specifically assigned (polyester polymer)
Function
Film forming, viscosity controlling
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Polymer exemption applies if MW > 1000 Da

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Limited published toxicological data available. Supplier must provide molecular weight distribution and residual monomer levels (1,4-butanediol, adipic acid); standard polymer safety justification acceptable for CPSR.

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Concern Level: Moderate

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Butanediol/Adipic Acid Copolymer safe in cosmetics?

Limited published toxicological data available. Supplier must provide molecular weight distribution and residual monomer levels (1,4-butanediol, adipic acid); standard polymer safety justification acceptable for CPSR. The EU classifies Butanediol/Adipic Acid Copolymer as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Butanediol/Adipic Acid Copolymer allowed in the EU?

Butanediol/Adipic Acid Copolymer EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Butanediol/Adipic Acid Copolymer do in cosmetics?

Butanediol/Adipic Acid Copolymer functions as: Film forming, viscosity controlling. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not specifically assigned (polyester polymer).

What is the Margin of Safety for Butanediol/Adipic Acid 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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