4,4'-Isopropylidenediphenol/epichlorohydrin Copolymer
A cosmetic ingredient used as film forming in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Phenol, 4,4'-((1-Methylethylidene)bis- (CAS 80-05-7), Polymer with (Chlomethyl)Oxirane (CAS 106-89-8)
What does it do?
4,4'-Isopropylidenediphenol/epichlorohydrin Copolymer is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Film forming
forms a thin continuous film on skin, hair, or nails — used in long-wear makeup, sunscreens, and hairsprays
EU regulatory status
4,4'-Isopropylidenediphenol/epichlorohydrin Copolymer is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the European Union under Regulation 1223/2009. It is not subject to a specific Annex restriction at the time of writing.
Frequently asked questions
What is 4,4'-Isopropylidenediphenol/epichlorohydrin Copolymer?
4,4'-Isopropylidenediphenol/epichlorohydrin Copolymer is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Phenol, 4,4'-((1-Methylethylidene)bis- (CAS 80-05-7), Polymer with (Chlomethyl)Oxirane (CAS 106-89-8)
Is 4,4'-Isopropylidenediphenol/epichlorohydrin Copolymer allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. 4,4'-Isopropylidenediphenol/epichlorohydrin Copolymer is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does 4,4'-Isopropylidenediphenol/epichlorohydrin Copolymer do in cosmetic products?
4,4'-Isopropylidenediphenol/epichlorohydrin Copolymer is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: film forming.
What is the CAS number of 4,4'-Isopropylidenediphenol/epichlorohydrin Copolymer?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for 4,4'-Isopropylidenediphenol/epichlorohydrin Copolymer is 25068-38-6.
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Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 09/03/2011