Film Former
BIS-HPMA POLY(1,4-BUTANEDIOL)-3/POLY(1,4-BUTANEDIOL)-9/IPDI COPOLYMER
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A polyurethane-style copolymer used as a film former. Cured polymer is inert; main concern is supplier control of residual IPDI diisocyanate monomer.
Function
Skin benefits
- Film former for long-wear cosmetics
- Improves wear and water resistance
- Polymer matrix
Known concerns
- IPDI is a diisocyanate monomer — residuals must be controlled
- Limited public cosmetic safety review
- Possible inhalation concern for raw monomer (not finished polymer)
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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