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Bis-Ethylhexyl Poly(1,4-Butanediol)-22/ipdi Copolymer

A cosmetic ingredient used as binding in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

What is it?

Bis-Ethylhexyl Poly(1,4-Butanediol)-22/IPDI Copolymer is a copolymer of poly(1,4-butanediol)-22 and isophorone diisocyanate (IPDI) end-capped with 2-ethylhexanol.

What does it do?

Bis-Ethylhexyl Poly(1,4-Butanediol)-22/ipdi Copolymer is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Binding

    holds the components of a formulation together, especially in pressed powders and compact makeup

EU regulatory status

Bis-Ethylhexyl Poly(1,4-Butanediol)-22/ipdi 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 Bis-Ethylhexyl Poly(1,4-Butanediol)-22/ipdi Copolymer?

Bis-Ethylhexyl Poly(1,4-Butanediol)-22/ipdi Copolymer is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Bis-Ethylhexyl Poly(1,4-Butanediol)-22/IPDI Copolymer is a copolymer of poly(1,4-butanediol)-22 and isophorone diisocyanate (IPDI) end-capped with 2-ethylhexanol.

Is Bis-Ethylhexyl Poly(1,4-Butanediol)-22/ipdi Copolymer allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Bis-Ethylhexyl Poly(1,4-Butanediol)-22/ipdi Copolymer is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Bis-Ethylhexyl Poly(1,4-Butanediol)-22/ipdi Copolymer do in cosmetic products?

Bis-Ethylhexyl Poly(1,4-Butanediol)-22/ipdi Copolymer is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: binding.

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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: 26/02/2016