Polyoxymethylene Glycol Urea
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Formaldehyde donor; safe if free formaldehyde ≤ 0.2% in finished product. Verify via HS-GC or HPLC-DNPH.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Polyoxymethylene Glycol Urea safe in cosmetics?
Formaldehyde donor; safe if free formaldehyde ≤ 0.2% in finished product. Verify via HS-GC or HPLC-DNPH. The EU classifies Polyoxymethylene Glycol Urea as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Polyoxymethylene Glycol Urea allowed in the EU?
Polyoxymethylene Glycol Urea EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Polyoxymethylene Glycol Urea do in cosmetics?
Polyoxymethylene Glycol Urea functions as: Preservative. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 64334-59-4.
What is the Margin of Safety for Polyoxymethylene Glycol Urea?
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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