Bis-C16-20 Isoalkoxy TMHDI/PEG-90 Copolymer

AKA: TMHDI PEG-90 Copolymer, Film-Forming Polymer
Synthetic
Clean
Bis-C16-20 Isoalkoxy TMHDI/PEG-90 Copolymer is a copolymer of TMHDI (trimethylhexanediisocyanate) and PEG-90 end-capped with a branched alcohol containing 16 to 20 carbons.
CAS #
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Form
Liquid
State
Solid
Functions
Viscosity Controlling
Controls Viscosity
Traditional Use
A complex synthetic polymer developed for cosmetics in the late 20th century. Created to provide film-forming, water resistance, and long-wear properties in makeup and skincare products.
EWG
2
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
ewg-2
medical-approval
pregnancy-nursing-safe
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USApermitted
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Skin Types
all-skin-types, gentle
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
⚖️Regulatory1 listing
🛡️Safety-assessed2 reviews
Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR