Polyaminopropyl Biguanide

Polyaminopropyl Biguanide molecular structure

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Is this safe for adults to use Polyaminopropyl Biguanide?

YES - Generally Safe
Danger Score: 3 (Lower is safer)
Quick Answer: Polyaminopropyl Biguanide is generally considered safe for adults when used in topical products. Adults generally have higher tolerance.

ℹ️General Overview

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What to Do

Please consult with a healthcare provider for specific guidance

⚠️Warnings

Use caution and monitor for any adverse reactions

Confidence: MEDIUM

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Safety Risk Labels

This ingredient has the following documented risks:

Banned: A 2015 EU safety opinion found polyaminopropyl biguanide (PHMB) unsafe for some cosmetic uses and the EU Cosmetics Directive restricts it. Japan's Ministry of Health also limits how much can be used in some products. An industry safety panel (Cosmetic Ingredient Review, CIR) says it may be safe only with concentration limits and notes gaps in the data. Because multiple government bodies have banned or tightly restricted this ingredient, it is a regulatory safety risk for use in cosmetics.

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Alternative Names for Polyaminopropyl Biguanide

This ingredient may also be listed as:

polyaminopropyl biguanideVANTOCIL 1BPP 073POLY(IMINOCARBONIMIDOYLIMINOCARBONIMIDOYLIMINO-1,6-HEXANEDIYL), HYDROCHLORIDEPOLY(HEXAMETHYLENEBIGUANIDE HYDROCHLORIDE)POLIHEXANIDUMPOLIHEXANIDOPHMBCOSMOQUIL CQPOLYHEXANIDEPOLYAMINOPROPYL BIGUANIDE

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Products Containing Polyaminopropyl Biguanide

This ingredient is found in the following products:

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Research Articles on Polyaminopropyl Biguanide

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Common Questions About Polyaminopropyl Biguanide

Is this safe for adults to use Polyaminopropyl Biguanide?

Yes, Polyaminopropyl Biguanide is generally considered safe for adults based on current research.

What are the banned risks of Polyaminopropyl Biguanide for adults?

Banned or heavily restricted in one or more countries.

What products contain Polyaminopropyl Biguanide?

Polyaminopropyl Biguanide is commonly found in skincare products, cosmetics, and topical applications. Always check ingredient labels before use.

When can adults using products with Polyaminopropyl Biguanide?

The appropriate age depends on the specific ingredient properties and concentration. This analysis is for adults. Use the age selector above to check other ages.

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