Arachideth-42
A cosmetic ingredient used as surfactant - cleansing, surfactant - emulsifying in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Arachideth-42 is the polyethylene glycol ether of Arachidyl Alcohol that conforms to the formulawhere n has an average value of 42.
What does it do?
Arachideth-42 is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Surfactant - cleansing
surfactant whose primary cosmetic role is cleansing — the active workhorse in soaps, shampoos, and body washes
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Surfactant - emulsifying
surfactant that forms and stabilises emulsions of oil and water — without it, creams and lotions would separate
EU regulatory status
Arachideth-42 is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the European Union under Regulation 1223/2009. It is not subject to a specific Annex restriction at the time of writing.
Frequently asked questions
What is Arachideth-42?
Arachideth-42 is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Arachideth-42 is the polyethylene glycol ether of Arachidyl Alcohol that conforms to the formulawhere n has an average value of 42.
Is Arachideth-42 allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Arachideth-42 is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Arachideth-42 do in cosmetic products?
Arachideth-42 is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: surfactant - cleansing, surfactant - emulsifying.
What is the CAS number of Arachideth-42?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Arachideth-42 is 26636-39-5.
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Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 09/09/2016