Butylated Polyoxymethylene Urea
A cosmetic ingredient used as film forming in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Urea, polymer with formaldehyde, butylated
What does it do?
Butylated Polyoxymethylene Urea 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
EU regulatory status
Butylated Polyoxymethylene Urea 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 Butylated Polyoxymethylene Urea?
Butylated Polyoxymethylene Urea is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Urea, polymer with formaldehyde, butylated
Is Butylated Polyoxymethylene Urea allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Butylated Polyoxymethylene Urea is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Butylated Polyoxymethylene Urea do in cosmetic products?
Butylated Polyoxymethylene Urea is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: film forming.
What is the CAS number of Butylated Polyoxymethylene Urea?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Butylated Polyoxymethylene Urea is 68002-19-7.
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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