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POLY(1,4-BUTANEDIOL)-13.

Insufficient Data / NOT REPORTED

POLY(1,4-BUTANEDIOL)-13 is a synthetic polymer, structurally related to 1,4-Butanediol. It is primarily noted for its potential as a solvent and, based on its monomer's properties, a humectant within cosmetic formulations.

Summary

Solvent Humectant

Science

Mechanism of Action

While specific mechanisms for POLY(1,4-BUTANEDIOL)-13's direct action on skin are not well-documented, its molecular structure suggests it could function as a solvent, aiding in the dissolution and delivery of other ingredients. Based on its monomer, 1,4-Butanediol, it may also contribute to skin hydration by attracting and retaining moisture.

Research

Clinical Evidence

Low confidence
Effective range N/A
Optimal

N/A

Transparency

Dusting Analysis

Not commonly dusted

The Formula

Formulation

Solubility
Water
Optimal pH N/A
0 7 14

Stability

The monomer, 1,4-Butanediol, is known to be hygroscopic and exhibits significant incompatibilities with various acidic compounds (e.g., perchloric, sulfuric, nitric acids), oxidizing and reducing agents, as well as caustics and isocyanates. It is crucial to note that these detailed incompatibilities apply to the monomer, and their direct relevance to the POLY(1,4-BUTANEDIOL)-13 polymer's stability in cosmetic formulations has not been definitively established.

Conflicts

  • acid chlorides
  • acid anhydrides
  • chloroformates
  • oxidizing agents
  • reducing agents
  • isocyanates
  • perchloric acid
  • sulfuric acid
  • hypochlorous acid
  • nitric acid
  • caustics
  • acetaldehyde
  • nitrogen peroxide
  • chlorine

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status
Insufficient data
Sensitization risk Unknown

The Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) Expert Panel has determined that there is insufficient safety data for 1,4-Butanediol (the monomer) in cosmetic use. The FDA has issued warnings regarding the ingestion of 1,4-butanediol due to its metabolic conversion to GHB, which can cause severe sedative and psychoactive effects, classifying it as a Class I Health Hazard when consumed in large quantities. However, this warning specifically addresses the monomer and its ingestion, and its direct applicability to the topical use of POLY(1,4-BUTANEDIOL)-13 as a polymer is not confirmed.

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

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

Our Assessment

Verdict

Insufficient Data

The safety and efficacy of POLY(1,4-BUTANEDIOL)-13 for topical skincare applications remain largely uncharacterized due to insufficient available data, warranting cautious use.

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