Film Former
BIS-HPMA POLY(HEXAMETHYLENE/PENTYLENE CARBONATE)/IPDI COPOLYMER
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A close analogue of the butylene/hexamethylene carbonate variant — a UV-curable polycarbonate urethane capped with HPMA acrylate groups. Same sensitization profile applies pre-cure; once polymerized the film is essentially inert.
Function
Skin benefits
- Flexible, water-resistant film
- Aliphatic carbonate backbone
- UV-curable nail polymer chemistry
Known concerns
- HPMA is a documented skin sensitizer in uncured form
- Residual IPDI monomer requires control
- Acrylate-class sensitization risk for nail technicians
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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