Polyamide-4
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient, viscosity controlling in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Polyamide-4 is a polymer formed by the condensation of Dilinoleic Acid, ethylenediamine, polypropylene glycol diamine end-capped with PEG/PPG-32/10 aminopropyl methyl ether
What does it do?
Polyamide-4 is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
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Skin conditioning - emollient
softens the skin by reducing roughness and friction between skin cells
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Viscosity controlling
adjusts the thickness or flow of a formulation
EU regulatory status
Polyamide-4 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 Polyamide-4?
Polyamide-4 is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Polyamide-4 is a polymer formed by the condensation of Dilinoleic Acid, ethylenediamine, polypropylene glycol diamine end-capped with PEG/PPG-32/10 aminopropyl methyl ether
Is Polyamide-4 allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Polyamide-4 is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Polyamide-4 do in cosmetic products?
Polyamide-4 is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient, viscosity controlling.
What is the CAS number of Polyamide-4?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Polyamide-4 is -.
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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: 15/10/2010