Film Former
PEI-45/TMP/XYLENE DIISOCYANATE CROSSPOLYMER
Safety score · 0–100
Moderate
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
A crosslinked polymer of polyethylenimine, trimethylolpropane and xylene diisocyanate — long-wear film former. Cured polymer is inert but the diisocyanate monomers are strong sensitizers if present as residue.
Function
Skin benefits
- Long-wear film former
- Strong adhesion in mascaras and tints
- High-MW polymer is inert
Known concerns
- Aromatic-isocyanate monomers are potent sensitizers
- Polyethylenimine carries cationic-toxicity caveat
- Trace unreacted monomer is the main risk
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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