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Film Former

POLYPERFLUOROETHOXYMETHOXY DIFLUOROETHYL PEG ETHER

CAS 162492-15-1 / 88645-29-8 Updated
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Safety score · 0–100

Caution

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

About

A perfluorinated PEG ether (PFAS) — used for water-resistance and long wear. Persistent forever-chemical class with EU/global PFAS restrictions advancing; better alternatives exist.

Function

HAIR CONDITIONINGSKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Water/oil repellent film former
  • Long-wear/transfer-resistant cosmetic effect

Known concerns

  • PFAS / fluoropolymer — environmental persistence (forever chemical)
  • EU restricting PFAS class in cosmetics
  • Bioaccumulation concerns
  • Use being phased out

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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