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Cosmetic ingredient (INCI)

Polyurethane-21

Used in cosmetic products as film forming. Methylenedicyclohexanediisocyanate, polymer with 2,2-di(hydroxymethyl)propanoic acid and 2,2'-oxybisethanol/2-oxepanone copymer, tris(2-hydroxyethyl)amine salts.

Allowed with restrictions

EU Cosmetics Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009, Annex III/62.

Annex III/62: (a) 2.5%

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Frequently asked questions

What is Polyurethane-21 used for in cosmetics?

Polyurethane-21 is used in cosmetic products as film forming. Methylenedicyclohexanediisocyanate, polymer with 2,2-di(hydroxymethyl)propanoic acid and 2,2'-oxybisethanol/2-oxepanone copymer, tris(2-hydroxyethyl)amine salts.

Is Polyurethane-21 restricted in cosmetics in the EU?

Polyurethane-21 is listed in the annexes of EU Cosmetics Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009: Annex III/62 (allowed with restrictions). Annex III/62: (a) 2.5% Always check the full annex entry for the conditions of use.