Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Sensitization Profile
Contact sensitization data for Polyoxymethylene Urea based on clinical patch test studies and IFRA standards.
Source: ESSCA 2019/20; IVDK; FDA
Expert Verdict
Formaldehyde donor polymer and urea-formaldehyde reaction product with CMR concern due to formaldehyde content. Residual free formaldehyde must be tested per EU 1223/2009 Annex II entry 1577; incompatible with COSMOS/ECOCERT certification.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Polyoxymethylene Urea safe in cosmetics?
Formaldehyde donor polymer and urea-formaldehyde reaction product with CMR concern due to formaldehyde content. Residual free formaldehyde must be tested per EU 1223/2009 Annex II entry 1577; incompatible with COSMOS/ECOCERT certification. The EU classifies Polyoxymethylene Urea as "restricted". Safety rating: POOR.
Is Polyoxymethylene Urea allowed in the EU?
Polyoxymethylene Urea EU regulatory status: restricted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Polyoxymethylene Urea do in cosmetics?
Polyoxymethylene Urea functions as: Bulking agent; viscosity controlling. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 68611-64-3 / 9011-05-6.
What is the Margin of Safety for Polyoxymethylene 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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