Polyoxymethylene Melamine Urea

INCI: POLYOXYMETHYLENE MELAMINE UREA

CAS Number
25036-13-9
Function
Bulking
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status restricted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted; EPA registered as urea-formaldehyde-melamine polymer; listed in US formaldehyde rule

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Dual monomer formaldehyde-releasing polymer with restricted EU status; density 1.14 g/cm³; rarely used in current formulations.

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Concern Level: Moderate

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Polyoxymethylene Melamine Urea safe in cosmetics?

Dual monomer formaldehyde-releasing polymer with restricted EU status; density 1.14 g/cm³; rarely used in current formulations. The EU classifies Polyoxymethylene Melamine Urea as "restricted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Polyoxymethylene Melamine Urea allowed in the EU?

Polyoxymethylene Melamine Urea EU regulatory status: restricted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Polyoxymethylene Melamine Urea do in cosmetics?

Polyoxymethylene Melamine Urea functions as: Bulking. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 25036-13-9.

What is the Margin of Safety for Polyoxymethylene Melamine 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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