Saturated Methylene Diphenyl Diisocyanate
INCI: SATURATED METHYLENE DIPHENYL DIISOCYANATE
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
H315 (skin irritation), H317 (skin sensitization), H334 (respiratory sensitization), H351 (suspected carcinogen); causes asthma, lung damage, potentially fatal reactions in severe cases [^1_12][^1_11]
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Saturated Methylene Diphenyl Diisocyanate safe in cosmetics?
H315 (skin irritation), H317 (skin sensitization), H334 (respiratory sensitization), H351 (suspected carcinogen); causes asthma, lung damage, potentially fatal reactions in severe cases [^1_12][^1_11] The EU classifies Saturated Methylene Diphenyl Diisocyanate as "permitted". Safety rating: POOR.
Is Saturated Methylene Diphenyl Diisocyanate allowed in the EU?
Saturated Methylene Diphenyl Diisocyanate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Saturated Methylene Diphenyl Diisocyanate do in cosmetics?
Saturated Methylene Diphenyl Diisocyanate functions as: Polymerization agent (film-forming, binding in nail/hair products). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 5124-30-1 (hydrogenated/saturated MDI).
What is the Margin of Safety for Saturated Methylene Diphenyl Diisocyanate?
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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