Allowed in EU

Hdi/pei-45/smdi Crosspolymer

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

What is it?

HDI/PEI-45/SMDI Crosspolymer is the crosslinked polymer formed by the reaction of PEI-45 with saturated methylenediphenyldiisocyanate (SMDI) and hexamethylene diisocyanate (HDI).

What does it do?

Hdi/pei-45/smdi Crosspolymer is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Absorbent

    takes up water-based or oil-based substances

  • Plasticiser

    adds flexibility to film-forming polymers, e.g. in nail polish or mascara

EU regulatory status

Hdi/pei-45/smdi Crosspolymer 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 Hdi/pei-45/smdi Crosspolymer?

Hdi/pei-45/smdi Crosspolymer is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. HDI/PEI-45/SMDI Crosspolymer is the crosslinked polymer formed by the reaction of PEI-45 with saturated methylenediphenyldiisocyanate (SMDI) and hexamethylene diisocyanate (HDI).

Is Hdi/pei-45/smdi Crosspolymer allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Hdi/pei-45/smdi Crosspolymer is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Hdi/pei-45/smdi Crosspolymer do in cosmetic products?

Hdi/pei-45/smdi Crosspolymer is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: absorbent, plasticiser.

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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: 22/10/2012