Allowed in EU

Polyurethane-82

A cosmetic ingredient used as film forming in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

What is it?

Polyurethane-82 is a urethane polymer that is made by reacting Isophorone Diisocyanate with isophorone diamine, and PEG-10. The polymer is capped with a mixture of Butyl Acrylate and 2-Hydroxyethyl Acrylate and quenched with Aminomethyl Propanol.

What does it do?

Polyurethane-82 is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Film forming

    forms a thin continuous film on skin, hair, or nails — used in long-wear makeup, sunscreens, and hairsprays

EU regulatory status

Polyurethane-82 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 Polyurethane-82?

Polyurethane-82 is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Polyurethane-82 is a urethane polymer that is made by reacting Isophorone Diisocyanate with isophorone diamine, and PEG-10. The polymer is capped with a mixture of Butyl Acrylate and 2-Hydroxyethyl Acrylate and quenched with Aminomethyl Propanol.

Is Polyurethane-82 allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Polyurethane-82 is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Polyurethane-82 do in cosmetic products?

Polyurethane-82 is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: film forming.

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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: 18/04/2018