Bis-Methoxy Peg-20 Polycaprolactone/hdi Copolymer
A cosmetic ingredient used as humectant, surfactant - cleansing in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Bis-Methoxy PEG-20 Polycaprolactone/HDI Copolymer is a copolymer made of hexamethylene diisocyanate (HDI) and Epsilon-Caprolactone end-capped with methoxy PEG-20.
What does it do?
Bis-Methoxy Peg-20 Polycaprolactone/hdi Copolymer is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Humectant
draws moisture from the air or deeper skin layers to the surface, helping skin retain water
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Surfactant - cleansing
surfactant whose primary cosmetic role is cleansing — the active workhorse in soaps, shampoos, and body washes
EU regulatory status
Bis-Methoxy Peg-20 Polycaprolactone/hdi 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-Methoxy Peg-20 Polycaprolactone/hdi Copolymer?
Bis-Methoxy Peg-20 Polycaprolactone/hdi Copolymer is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Bis-Methoxy PEG-20 Polycaprolactone/HDI Copolymer is a copolymer made of hexamethylene diisocyanate (HDI) and Epsilon-Caprolactone end-capped with methoxy PEG-20.
Is Bis-Methoxy Peg-20 Polycaprolactone/hdi Copolymer allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Bis-Methoxy Peg-20 Polycaprolactone/hdi Copolymer is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Bis-Methoxy Peg-20 Polycaprolactone/hdi Copolymer do in cosmetic products?
Bis-Methoxy Peg-20 Polycaprolactone/hdi Copolymer is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: humectant, surfactant - cleansing.
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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: 02/04/2019