Name DMPA/PPG-36/SMDI COPOLYMER Description DMPA/PPG-36/SMDI Copolymer is a copolymer of dimethylolpropionic acid, PPG-36, and saturated methylene diphenyldiisocyanate Benefits FILM FORMING, HAIR FIXING Considerations • Ethoxylated Chemical This is an ethoxylated chemical, meaning it’s been created with ethylene oxide, traces of which, along with its carcinogenic byproduct, 1,4-dioxane, can remain in the product. Research Sources https://www.epa.gov/assessing-and-managing-chemicals-under-tsca/final-risk-evaluation-14-dioxane Summary May be contaminated with carcinogenic ethylene oxide along with its carcinogenic byproduct, 1,4-dioxane.