Polyurethane-19
Used in cosmetic products as hair fixing. Butanediisocyanate, polymer with 2,2-dimethyl-1,3-propanediol, 2,2-di(hydroxymethyl)butanol, 2,2-di(hydroxymethyl)propanoic acid, and a copolymer of 2,2-di(hydroxymethyl)butanol and hexanedioic acid, tris(2-hydroxyethyl)amine salts, reaction products with hydrazine and C1-8 alkanediamines.
- Prohibited in EU cosmetics, Annex II/201
- Allowed with restrictions, Annex III/62
Annex III/62: (a) 2.5%
The chemical behind this ingredient
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Frequently asked questions
What is Polyurethane-19 used for in cosmetics?
Polyurethane-19 is used in cosmetic products as hair fixing. Butanediisocyanate, polymer with 2,2-dimethyl-1,3-propanediol, 2,2-di(hydroxymethyl)butanol, 2,2-di(hydroxymethyl)propanoic acid, and a copolymer of 2,2-di(hydroxymethyl)butanol and hexanedioic acid, tris(2-hydroxyethyl)amine salts, reaction products with hydrazine and C1-8 alkanediamines.
Is Polyurethane-19 restricted in cosmetics in the EU?
Polyurethane-19 is listed in the annexes of EU Cosmetics Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009: Annex II/201 (prohibited in eu cosmetics), Annex III/62 (allowed with restrictions). Annex III/62: (a) 2.5% Always check the full annex entry for the conditions of use.