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Diisopropanolamine/methylhexahydrophthalic Anhydride Nonanoate Copolymer

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

What is it?

Diisopropanolamine/Methylhexahydrophthalic Anhydride Nonanoate Copolymer is a branched polymer formed by reacting Diisopropanolamine with methylhexahydrophthalic anhydride, and capping with nonanoic acid.

What does it do?

Diisopropanolamine/methylhexahydrophthalic Anhydride Nonanoate 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

EU regulatory status

Diisopropanolamine/methylhexahydrophthalic Anhydride Nonanoate 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 Diisopropanolamine/methylhexahydrophthalic Anhydride Nonanoate Copolymer?

Diisopropanolamine/methylhexahydrophthalic Anhydride Nonanoate Copolymer is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Diisopropanolamine/Methylhexahydrophthalic Anhydride Nonanoate Copolymer is a branched polymer formed by reacting Diisopropanolamine with methylhexahydrophthalic anhydride, and capping with nonanoic acid.

Is Diisopropanolamine/methylhexahydrophthalic Anhydride Nonanoate Copolymer allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Diisopropanolamine/methylhexahydrophthalic Anhydride Nonanoate Copolymer is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Diisopropanolamine/methylhexahydrophthalic Anhydride Nonanoate Copolymer do in cosmetic products?

Diisopropanolamine/methylhexahydrophthalic Anhydride Nonanoate Copolymer is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: film forming.

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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: 16/09/2015