Polyoxymethylene Glycol Urea
A cosmetic ingredient used as preservative in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Polyoxymethylene Glycol Urea is the polymer formed by the reaction of Urea, Formaldehyde and Glycol.
What does it do?
Polyoxymethylene Glycol Urea is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Preservative
prevents microbial growth in cosmetic products, extending shelf life and protecting users
EU regulatory status
Polyoxymethylene Glycol Urea 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 Polyoxymethylene Glycol Urea?
Polyoxymethylene Glycol Urea is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Polyoxymethylene Glycol Urea is the polymer formed by the reaction of Urea, Formaldehyde and Glycol.
Is Polyoxymethylene Glycol Urea allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Polyoxymethylene Glycol Urea is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Polyoxymethylene Glycol Urea do in cosmetic products?
Polyoxymethylene Glycol Urea is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: preservative.
What is the CAS number of Polyoxymethylene Glycol Urea?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Polyoxymethylene Glycol Urea is 64334-59-4.
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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: 19/11/2012