Perfluoropolymethylisopropyl ether (inci)

Authors:Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer, Prof. Dr. med. Martina Bacharach-Buhles

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

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CAS number: 69991-67-9; perfluoropolymethylisopropyl ether (poly); polyperfluoromethyl isoproly ether; poly(perfluoropropylene oxide-b-perfluoro-formaldehydes); propene, 1,1,2,3,3,3-hexafluoro-, oxidized, polymd.

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Perfluoropolymethylisopropyl ether is a synthetic fluorinated polymer used in cosmetic formulations (Akiyama E et al. 2005). The substance acts as an emollient (makes the skin smooth and supple). Pharmaceutical use: Perfluoropolymethylisopropyl has been used in clinical-experimental approaches as a protective film to avoid toxic contact dermatitis (Pantini G et al. 1990).

The use of perfluoropolymethylisopropyl in cosmetics is considered to be of concern.

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  1. Akiyama E et al (2005) Thickening properties and emulsification mechanisms of new derivatives of polysaccharides in aqueous solution. J Colloid Interface Sci 282:448-457. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/15589552
  2. Pantini G et al (1990) Preliminary Communication: Treatment of irritant contact dermatitis in workmen with perfluoropolymethylisopropyl ether (Fomblin HC). Int J Cosmet Sci 12:273-279. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/19291037

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

Authors: Prof. Dr. med. Peter AltmeyerProf. Dr. med. Martina Bacharach-Buhles