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Film Former

POTASSIUM DIMETHYLOLBUTANOATE/CHDM/IPDI COPOLYMER

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Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A polyurethane-class copolymer used as a hair fixative film-former — combines IPDI (isocyanate) chemistry with potassium-buffered polyester segments. Strong hold; residual monomer monitoring is essential.

Function

HAIR CONDITIONINGHAIR FIXING

Skin benefits

  • Effective hair-fixative film-former
  • Provides good hold and humidity resistance
  • Stable polymer matrix

Known concerns

  • Residual IPDI (isocyanate) monomers are potent sensitizers
  • Inhalation risk in aerosol hairsprays
  • Polymer purity is critical to safety profile

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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