Film Former
TRIETHYLAMMONIUM DMPA/IPDI COPOLYMER
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
A waterborne polyurethane film-former used in long-wear cosmetics. The cured polymer is inert; residual diisocyanate from manufacturing must be tightly controlled.
Function
Skin benefits
- Waterborne polyurethane film-former
- Long-wear, flexible film
- Cured polymer is inert
Known concerns
- Source IPDI (isophorone diisocyanate) is a known sensitizer
- Residual diisocyanate in finished product must be near-zero
- Triethylammonium counter-ion adds water-dispersibility
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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