NYLON-12
NYLON-12
Nylon-12 is a synthetic polymer obtained through chemical synthesis. It serves as a thickening agent and opacifier in cosmetic formulations.
Viscosity controllingOpacifyingSubject to controversy
Ingredient
Roles & functions
Viscosity controlling — Increases viscosity and gives the product its texture.
Opacifying — Makes the product less transparent.
Regulatory framework
What the authorities say
| Authority | Status |
|---|---|
| Commission européenne (CosIng, Règl. 1223/2009) | Autorisé |
| CLP classification (Reg. 1272/2008) | No CMR classification |
| ECHA — endocrine disruptor (human health) | Not identified as an endocrine disruptor |
| ECHA — Candidate List (SVHC, REACH Art. 59) | Not on the Candidate List (SVHC) |
| European Commission (Reg. 1223/2009, Annex III) | No cosmetic allergen subject to mandatory labelling |
| European Commission (EU catalogue of nanomaterials, Reg. 1223/2009) | No referenced nanoform |
Products
Products containing it
ErborianYuza Sorbet Émulsion Légère Vitaminée, 50ml
UriageHyseac Fluide Matifiant Spf50+, 50ml
DucrayKeracnyl Sérum, 30ml
RocRetinol Correxion Sérum Correction Rides, 30ml
IdcUltime Yeux Soin Restructurant Et Liftant, 15ml
VichyCAPITAL SOLEIL, Lait Protecteur Visage & Corps SPF30. 300ml
Eye CareCrayon Contour Des Lèvres 32 Capucine, 1.1G
Eye CareCrayon Contour Lèvres Bois De Rose, 1.1G
UriageHyseac 3-Regul Soin Global Teinte Spf30 Peaux Grasses A Imperfections, 40ml
DucrayIctyane Stick Lèvres Hydratant. 3G
Eye CareRouge À Lèvres Jumbo 777 Salvia, 3.15G
UriageBariésun Brume Sèche Hydratante SPF50+, 200ml
Statistics
In Lou’s database
51
products listed
| Most frequent categories | Eyes · Lips · Anti-aging · Makeup · Serums |
| Most frequent brands | Eye Care · Idc · Ducray · Uriage · Erborian |
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