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