Methoxy PEG-17/Methoxy PEG-11/HDI Isocyanurate Trimer Crosspolymer
AKA “Film-forming polymer
Ingredient
Ingredient Facts
Methoxy peg-17/methoxy peg-11/hdi isocyanurate trimer crosspolymer
AKA: Film-forming polymer
Ingredient · Anticaking · EWG: 4
Synthetic
Not Clean
ethoxy PEG-17/Methoxy PEG-11/HDI Isocyanurate Trimer Crosspolymer is a copolymer of methoxy PEG-17, methoxy PEG-11 and hexamethylene diisocyanate (HDI) trimer in which the free isocyanate groups are crosslinked by water to form urea linkages.
Form
Liquid
State
Solid
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Functions
Anticaking
Prevents Clumping
Anti-Aging Benefits
Antioxidant Protection
Reduces Inflammation
Traditional Use
A synthetic crosslinked polymer developed for contemporary cosmetics. Created to improve product stability, adhesion, and wear resistance in makeup and skincare formulations.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
EWG
4
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USApermitted
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR