Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Moderate ocular irritant in HET-CAM assay but non-irritant in BCOP assay with conflicting results suggesting mild ocular irritation potential; stable and well-characterized; may be supplied in formulations containing MI—verify preservative load
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Polyurethane-42 safe in cosmetics?
Moderate ocular irritant in HET-CAM assay but non-irritant in BCOP assay with conflicting results suggesting mild ocular irritation potential; stable and well-characterized; may be supplied in formulations containing MI—verify preservative load The EU classifies Polyurethane-42 as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Polyurethane-42 allowed in the EU?
Polyurethane-42 EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Polyurethane-42 do in cosmetics?
Polyurethane-42 functions as: Film former, binder. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 1184186-26-2.
What is the Margin of Safety for Polyurethane-42?
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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