Polyoxymethylene Urea
A cosmetic ingredient used as bulking in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Urea, reaction products with formaldehyde
What does it do?
Polyoxymethylene Urea 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
EU regulatory status
Polyoxymethylene 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 Urea?
Polyoxymethylene Urea is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Urea, reaction products with formaldehyde
Is Polyoxymethylene Urea allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Polyoxymethylene Urea is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Polyoxymethylene Urea do in cosmetic products?
Polyoxymethylene Urea is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: bulking.
What is the CAS number of Polyoxymethylene Urea?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Polyoxymethylene Urea is 68611-64-3 / 9011-05-6.
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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