Polycyclopentadiene
A cosmetic ingredient used as viscosity controlling in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Homopolymer of cyclopentadiene
What does it do?
Polycyclopentadiene is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Viscosity controlling
adjusts the thickness or flow of a formulation
EU regulatory status
Polycyclopentadiene 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 Polycyclopentadiene?
Polycyclopentadiene is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Homopolymer of cyclopentadiene
Is Polycyclopentadiene allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Polycyclopentadiene is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Polycyclopentadiene do in cosmetic products?
Polycyclopentadiene is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: viscosity controlling.
What is the CAS number of Polycyclopentadiene?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Polycyclopentadiene is 68132-00-3 / 25568-84-7.
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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