Calcium Polyoxymethylene Pyrrolidone
A cosmetic ingredient used as bulking in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Formaldehyde, Polymer with 2-Pyrrolidinone, Calcium Salt
What does it do?
Calcium Polyoxymethylene Pyrrolidone is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Bulking
adds volume or mass to a product without significantly changing its other properties
EU regulatory status
Calcium Polyoxymethylene Pyrrolidone 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 Calcium Polyoxymethylene Pyrrolidone?
Calcium Polyoxymethylene Pyrrolidone is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Formaldehyde, Polymer with 2-Pyrrolidinone, Calcium Salt
Is Calcium Polyoxymethylene Pyrrolidone allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Calcium Polyoxymethylene Pyrrolidone is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Calcium Polyoxymethylene Pyrrolidone do in cosmetic products?
Calcium Polyoxymethylene Pyrrolidone is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: bulking.
What is the CAS number of Calcium Polyoxymethylene Pyrrolidone?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Calcium Polyoxymethylene Pyrrolidone is 142702-41-8.
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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