Dimethylamine/Ethylenediamine/Epichlorohydrin Copolymer

INCI: DIMETHYLAMINE/ETHYLENEDIAMINE/EPICHLOROHYDRIN COPOLYMER

CAS Number
42751-79-1
Function
Antistatic agent, film forming agent
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted in cosmetics; the base copolymer (CAS 25988-97-0) also listed under 21 CFR §173.60 for food contact with strict limits on epichlorohydrin (≤10 ppm) and 1,3-dichloro-2-propanol (≤1,000 ppm)

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
negligible
Sensitization
moderate

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Expert Verdict

Epichlorohydrin is classified CMR Cat. 1B (carcinogen); 1,3-DCP is a genotoxic impurity; requires strict Certificate of Analysis verification for residual monomers and heavy metals (Pb ≤2 ppm, As ≤2 ppm)

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Concern Level: High

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dimethylamine/Ethylenediamine/Epichlorohydrin Copolymer safe in cosmetics?

Epichlorohydrin is classified CMR Cat. 1B (carcinogen); 1,3-DCP is a genotoxic impurity; requires strict Certificate of Analysis verification for residual monomers and heavy metals (Pb ≤2 ppm, As ≤2 ppm) The EU classifies Dimethylamine/Ethylenediamine/Epichlorohydrin Copolymer as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Dimethylamine/Ethylenediamine/Epichlorohydrin Copolymer allowed in the EU?

Dimethylamine/Ethylenediamine/Epichlorohydrin Copolymer EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Dimethylamine/Ethylenediamine/Epichlorohydrin Copolymer do in cosmetics?

Dimethylamine/Ethylenediamine/Epichlorohydrin Copolymer functions as: Antistatic agent, film forming agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 42751-79-1.

What is the Margin of Safety for Dimethylamine/Ethylenediamine/Epichlorohydrin Copolymer?

adequate 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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