Polyoxyisobutylene/Methylene Urea Copolymer
INCI: POLYOXYISOBUTYLENE/METHYLENE UREA COPOLYMER
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Formaldehyde donor; must test free CH₂O in finished product; mandatory label contains formaldehyde if >0.05%; Japan restricts formaldehyde in cosmetics near eyes and mucous membranes
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Polyoxyisobutylene/Methylene Urea Copolymer safe in cosmetics?
Formaldehyde donor; must test free CH₂O in finished product; mandatory label contains formaldehyde if >0.05%; Japan restricts formaldehyde in cosmetics near eyes and mucous membranes The EU classifies Polyoxyisobutylene/Methylene Urea Copolymer as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Polyoxyisobutylene/Methylene Urea Copolymer allowed in the EU?
Polyoxyisobutylene/Methylene Urea Copolymer EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Polyoxyisobutylene/Methylene Urea Copolymer do in cosmetics?
Polyoxyisobutylene/Methylene Urea Copolymer functions as: Film forming. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not confirmed in available databases.
What is the Margin of Safety for Polyoxyisobutylene/Methylene Urea 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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