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PEG-150/DECYL ALCOHOL/SMDI COPOLYMER

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70

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

About

A PEG / SMDI copolymer used as a thickener and rheology modifier in cleansers. Reasonable safety once cured — quality of the PEG and isocyanate residues drives the score.

Function

FILM FORMINGVISCOSITY CONTROLLING

Skin benefits

  • Thickens surfactant systems
  • Improves cleanser feel
  • Low irritation as polymer

Known concerns

  • PEG-related 1,4-dioxane / EO trace risk
  • Possible isocyanate residuals from SMDI step
  • Sparse independent dossier

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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