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Bis-Ethylhexyl Poly(Caprolactone/pentaerythritol)/ipdi Copolymer Succinate

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

What is it?

Bis-Ethylhexyl Poly(Caprolactone/Pentaerythritol)/IPDI Copolymer Succinate is a urethane copolymer made by a two-step synthesis. First, a polyester made by polymerizing Epsilon-Caprolactone with Pentaerythritol is reacted with Isophorone Diisocyanate. 2-ethyl hexanol is used as an end-capper for the urethane copolymer. In the second step, the urethane copolymer is esterified with succinic anhydride.

What does it do?

Bis-Ethylhexyl Poly(Caprolactone/pentaerythritol)/ipdi Copolymer Succinate 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(Caprolactone/pentaerythritol)/ipdi Copolymer Succinate 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(Caprolactone/pentaerythritol)/ipdi Copolymer Succinate?

Bis-Ethylhexyl Poly(Caprolactone/pentaerythritol)/ipdi Copolymer Succinate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Bis-Ethylhexyl Poly(Caprolactone/Pentaerythritol)/IPDI Copolymer Succinate is a urethane copolymer made by a two-step synthesis. First, a polyester made by polymerizing Epsilon-Caprolactone with Pentaerythritol is reacted with Isophorone Diisocyanate. 2-ethyl hexanol is used as an end-capper for the urethane copolymer. In the second step, the urethane copolymer is esterified with succinic anhydride.

Is Bis-Ethylhexyl Poly(Caprolactone/pentaerythritol)/ipdi Copolymer Succinate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Bis-Ethylhexyl Poly(Caprolactone/pentaerythritol)/ipdi Copolymer Succinate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Bis-Ethylhexyl Poly(Caprolactone/pentaerythritol)/ipdi Copolymer Succinate do in cosmetic products?

Bis-Ethylhexyl Poly(Caprolactone/pentaerythritol)/ipdi Copolymer Succinate 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: 23/04/2018