Is PPG-12/SMDI Copolymer safe in cosmetics?
PPG-12/SMDI Copolymer has a safety rating of "MODERATE" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: permitted.
Moderate
Cosmetic Ingredient
PPG-12/SMDI Copolymer
INCI: PPG-12/SMDI COPOLYMER
PPG-12/SMDI Copolymer (CAS Not readily available (polyurethane copolymer)) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Film former (SMDI = bis(4-isocyanatocyclohexyl)methane / H₁₂MDI-based. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: permitted. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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Function
Film former (SMDI = bis(4-isocyanatocyclohexyl)methane / H₁₂MDI-based polyurethane segment)
Safety Rating
MODERATE
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
No specific restriction; limited publicly available CIR data
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for PPG-12/SMDI Copolymer.
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Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for PPG-12/SMDI Copolymer.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is PPG-12/SMDI Copolymer allowed in the EU?
PPG-12/SMDI Copolymer EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does PPG-12/SMDI Copolymer do in cosmetics?
PPG-12/SMDI Copolymer functions as: Film former (SMDI = bis(4-isocyanatocyclohexyl)methane / H₁₂MDI-based polyurethane segment). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not readily available (polyurethane copolymer).
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