Polyurethane-18
A cosmetic ingredient used as binding, hair fixing in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Butanediisocyanate, polymer with hydroxypoly(oxy-1-methylpropylene)ol and 2,2-di(hydroxymethyl)propanoic acid, tris(2-hydroxyethyl)amine salts, reaction products with hydrazine and C1-8-alkanediamines
What does it do?
Polyurethane-18 is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Binding
holds the components of a formulation together, especially in pressed powders and compact makeup
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Hair fixing
holds hair in a desired style, typically through a flexible film coating each strand
EU regulatory status
This ingredient is banned in the European Union.
Polyurethane-18 is listed under Annex II of EU Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009 (entry 201III), making it prohibited in cosmetic products placed on the EU market.
Classification: /62
Frequently asked questions
What is Polyurethane-18?
Polyurethane-18 is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Butanediisocyanate, polymer with hydroxypoly(oxy-1-methylpropylene)ol and 2,2-di(hydroxymethyl)propanoic acid, tris(2-hydroxyethyl)amine salts, reaction products with hydrazine and C1-8-alkanediamines
Is Polyurethane-18 allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
No. Polyurethane-18 is banned for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Annex II of Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Polyurethane-18 do in cosmetic products?
Polyurethane-18 is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: binding, hair fixing.
What is the CAS number of Polyurethane-18?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Polyurethane-18 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