Film Former
BIS-HPMA POLY(GLYCOL/TMP ADIPATE)/IPDI COPOLYMER
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
A film-forming urethane polymer with a branched (Glycol/TMP-adipate) polyester backbone, used in nail and skin coatings. Cured film is well-tolerated; uncured HPMA/IPDI residues can sensitize.
Function
Skin benefits
- Forms a flexible film with branched-polyester backbone
- Improves durability of nail and skin coatings
- Cured polymer is well-tolerated
Known concerns
- Residual HPMA monomer is a known nail-product sensitizer
- Residual IPDI isocyanate is a respiratory sensitizer
- Limited published CIR/SCCS evaluation
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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