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BIS-HEA IPDI/PPG-53 COPOLYMER.

Valuable / BINDING

A polyurethane copolymer, BIS-HEA IPDI/PPG-53 COPOLYMER functions primarily as a binder in cosmetic formulations.

Binder

Science

It acts by enhancing the cohesion of powdered products. Its polypropylene glycol components may also contribute to solubilizing and solvent properties, demonstrating good skin tolerance.


Research

Low confidence
Effective range N/A
Optimal

N/A


Transparency

Not commonly dusted

The Formula

Solubility
Unknown
Optimal pH 4 – 9
0 7 14

Stability

This polyurethane copolymer is stable within a pH range of 4.0-9.0 and under normal environmental conditions, with related polyurethanes demonstrating stability at concentrations up to 15%.


Safety

CIR Status
Safe with restrictions
Sensitization risk Low

Evaluated as safe by the CIR Expert Panel within cosmetic formulations, provided irritation is avoided. Concerns regarding the irritating IPDI monomer are mitigated in its polymerized form.


Your Skin

No Normal
No Dry
No Oily
No Sensitive
Irritancy Unknown
Comedogenicity Unknown

Our Assessment

Valuable

This ingredient effectively functions as a binder in cosmetic formulations, deemed safe by CIR with low sensitization risk in its polymerized form.


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