Peg-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil/ipdi Copolymer
A cosmetic ingredient used as film forming, skin conditioning - miscellaneous, skin protecting in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil/IPDI Copolymer
What does it do?
Peg-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil/ipdi Copolymer 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
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Skin conditioning - miscellaneous
improves skin condition through mechanisms not classified under the more specific emollient or humectant subcategories
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Skin protecting
helps shield skin from external environmental factors
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Slip modifier
alters how a product spreads and feels on skin — typically making it glide more smoothly
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Surface modifier
alters the surface properties of solid particles (e.g. pigments) so they disperse better in the formulation
EU regulatory status
Peg-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil/ipdi 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 Peg-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil/ipdi Copolymer?
Peg-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil/ipdi Copolymer is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil/IPDI Copolymer
Is Peg-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil/ipdi Copolymer allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Peg-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil/ipdi Copolymer is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Peg-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil/ipdi Copolymer do in cosmetic products?
Peg-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil/ipdi Copolymer is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: film forming, skin conditioning - miscellaneous, skin protecting, slip modifier, surface modifier.
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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: 12/10/2020