Polyurethane-36

INCI: POLYURETHANE-36

CAS Number
Not individually assigned; exempt from TSCA Inventory under Polymer Exemption (40 CFR 723.250)
Function
Film former; supplied as aqueous dispersion
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted for cosmetic use; not in compliance for food contact adhesives per FDA regulations

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

No individual toxicity, genotoxicity, irritation, or sensitization data available; not approved for food contact applications; may be supplied with MI preservative—formulators must verify total MI concentration.

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Concern Level: Moderate

Regulatory Flags

potential-allergen

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Polyurethane-36 safe in cosmetics?

No individual toxicity, genotoxicity, irritation, or sensitization data available; not approved for food contact applications; may be supplied with MI preservative—formulators must verify total MI concentration. The EU classifies Polyurethane-36 as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Polyurethane-36 allowed in the EU?

Polyurethane-36 EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Polyurethane-36 do in cosmetics?

Polyurethane-36 functions as: Film former; supplied as aqueous dispersion. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not individually assigned; exempt from TSCA Inventory under Polymer Exemption (40 CFR 723.250).

What is the Margin of Safety for Polyurethane-36?

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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