Laurolactam/poly(1,4-Butanediol)-14/dodecanedioic Acid Copolymer
A cosmetic ingredient used as bulking, opacifying in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Dodecanedioic acid, polymer with azacyclotridecan-2-one and \a-hydro-\w-hydroxypoly(oxy-1,4-butanediyl)
What does it do?
Laurolactam/poly(1,4-Butanediol)-14/dodecanedioic Acid Copolymer 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
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Opacifying
makes a transparent or translucent formulation opaque or pearlescent
EU regulatory status
Laurolactam/poly(1,4-Butanediol)-14/dodecanedioic Acid 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 Laurolactam/poly(1,4-Butanediol)-14/dodecanedioic Acid Copolymer?
Laurolactam/poly(1,4-Butanediol)-14/dodecanedioic Acid Copolymer is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Dodecanedioic acid, polymer with azacyclotridecan-2-one and \a-hydro-\w-hydroxypoly(oxy-1,4-butanediyl)
Is Laurolactam/poly(1,4-Butanediol)-14/dodecanedioic Acid Copolymer allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Laurolactam/poly(1,4-Butanediol)-14/dodecanedioic Acid Copolymer is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Laurolactam/poly(1,4-Butanediol)-14/dodecanedioic Acid Copolymer do in cosmetic products?
Laurolactam/poly(1,4-Butanediol)-14/dodecanedioic Acid Copolymer is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: bulking, opacifying.
What is the CAS number of Laurolactam/poly(1,4-Butanediol)-14/dodecanedioic Acid Copolymer?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Laurolactam/poly(1,4-Butanediol)-14/dodecanedioic Acid Copolymer is 68865-79-2.
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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: 06/01/2014