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Film Former

POLYDIETHYLENEGLYCOL ADIPATE/IPDI COPOLYMER

CAS 55636-50-5
68

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

A polyurethane film-former built on a PEG-adipate backbone — common in nail polish and long-wear makeup. Cured polymer is inert; safety depends on careful control of residual IPDI monomer.

Function

FILM FORMING

Skin benefits

  • Durable cosmetic film
  • Long-wear performance
  • Flexible polymer chemistry

Known concerns

  • Residual IPDI is a respiratory sensitizer
  • Curing quality is safety-critical
  • Polymer environmental fate

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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