PEG-240/HDI Copolymer Bis-Decyltetradeceth-20 Ether
AKA “PEG-240 HDI Copolymer, Bis-Decyltetradeceth-20 Ether PEG-240 Copolymer
Ingredient
Ingredient Facts
Peg-240/hdi copolymer bis-decyltetradeceth-20 ether
AKA: PEG-240 HDI Copolymer, Bis-Decyltetradeceth-20 Ether PEG-240 Copolymer
Ingredient · Light Stabilizer · EWG: 2
Synthetic
Clean
Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl), .alpha.-hydro-.omega.-hydroxy- (240 mol EO average), copolymer with 1,6-hexanediisocyanate, diether with alpha-(2-decyltetradecyl)-omega-hydroxypoly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl) (20 mol EO average)
CAS #
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Form
Liquid
State
Solid
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Functions
Light Stabilizer
Viscosity Controlling
Shields from UV damage
Traditional Use
A complex modern synthetic polymer developed in the late 20th century for use as a film-forming and texturizing agent in cosmetics. Created to provide water resistance and improved wear-time in makeup and skincare products.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
EWG
2
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