Is DMHF safe in cosmetics?
DMHF has a safety rating of "MODERATE" in our database. EU status: restricted. US status: permitted.
MODERATE
Cosmetic Ingredient
DMHF
INCI: DMHF (DIMETHYL HYDANTOIN FORMALDEHYDE POLYMER)
DMHF (CAS 9065-13-8 / 26811-08-5) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Antimicrobial (formaldehyde donor), film former. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: restricted, max 0.05%. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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Function
Antimicrobial (formaldehyde donor), film former
Editorial assessment
MODERATE
Preliminary editorial note — not a computed safety verdict.
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
restricted
EU Max Conc.
0.05%
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
Allowed - Not specifically prohibited. CIR has reviewed formaldehyde releasers as a class.
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for DMHF.
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Editorial summary
Preliminary editorial summary for DMHF — not a computed safety verdict. See the sourced toxicological data above.
Regulatory Flags
potential-allergen
Frequently Asked Questions
Is DMHF allowed in the EU?
DMHF EU regulatory status: restricted. Maximum allowed concentration: 0.05%. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does DMHF do in cosmetics?
DMHF functions as: Antimicrobial (formaldehyde donor), film former. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 9065-13-8 / 26811-08-5.
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