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Bis-Hydroxypropyl Dimethicone/smdi Copolymer

A cosmetic ingredient used as film forming, skin conditioning - emollient in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

What is it?

Bis-Hydroxypropyl Dimethicone/SMDI Copolymer is a copolymer of bis-hydroxypropyl dimethicone and saturated bis-methylene diisocyanate (SMDI) monomers

What does it do?

Bis-Hydroxypropyl Dimethicone/smdi Copolymer is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Film forming

    forms a thin continuous film on skin, hair, or nails — used in long-wear makeup, sunscreens, and hairsprays

  • Skin conditioning - emollient

    softens the skin by reducing roughness and friction between skin cells

EU regulatory status

Bis-Hydroxypropyl Dimethicone/smdi 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-Hydroxypropyl Dimethicone/smdi Copolymer?

Bis-Hydroxypropyl Dimethicone/smdi Copolymer is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Bis-Hydroxypropyl Dimethicone/SMDI Copolymer is a copolymer of bis-hydroxypropyl dimethicone and saturated bis-methylene diisocyanate (SMDI) monomers

Is Bis-Hydroxypropyl Dimethicone/smdi Copolymer allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Bis-Hydroxypropyl Dimethicone/smdi Copolymer is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Bis-Hydroxypropyl Dimethicone/smdi Copolymer do in cosmetic products?

Bis-Hydroxypropyl Dimethicone/smdi Copolymer is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: film forming, skin conditioning - emollient.

What is the CAS number of Bis-Hydroxypropyl Dimethicone/smdi Copolymer?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Bis-Hydroxypropyl Dimethicone/smdi Copolymer is -.

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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: 15/10/2010