Epoxy Resin-2
A cosmetic ingredient used as film forming in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Epoxy Resin-2 is a copolymer formed by first reacting bis(hexamethylene)triamine with 3 moles of glycidyl neodecanoate. This compound is further reacted with isopropylidenebisphenol diglycidyl ether, Dimethylaminopropylamine and Diethanolamine. The resulting polymer is capped with Tall Oil Acid, partially neutralized with Acetic Acid, and dispersed into water.
What does it do?
Epoxy Resin-2 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
Epoxy Resin-2 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 Epoxy Resin-2?
Epoxy Resin-2 is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Epoxy Resin-2 is a copolymer formed by first reacting bis(hexamethylene)triamine with 3 moles of glycidyl neodecanoate. This compound is further reacted with isopropylidenebisphenol diglycidyl ether, Dimethylaminopropylamine and Diethanolamine. The resulting polymer is capped with Tall Oil Acid, partially neutralized with Acetic Acid, and dispersed into water.
Is Epoxy Resin-2 allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Epoxy Resin-2 is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Epoxy Resin-2 do in cosmetic products?
Epoxy Resin-2 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: 30/04/2018