Synonym(s)
2,4-imidazolidinediones; CAS number: 9065-13-8 / 26811-08-5; dimethyl-; Dimethyl hydantoin formaldehyde polymer; Formaldehydes; polymer with 5,5-dimethyl-2,4-imidazolidinediones; polymer with formaldehyde
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DMHF, also called dimethyl hydantoin-formaldehyde polymer, has an antimicrobial effect and helps to inhibit the growth of microorganisms on the skin. Furthermore, the substance is a film former (forms a film on skin, hair or nails when applied).
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Dimethyl hydantoin formaldehyde polymer (DMHF) is a formaldehyde donor. Its antimicrobial activity is due to this mechanism.
Contact allergic reactions are to be expected with formaldehyde sensitization.
Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer