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Bis-Isobutyl Peg-24/ppg-7/dimethicone Copolymer

A cosmetic ingredient used as film forming, humectant in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

What is it?

Bis-Isobutyl PEG-24/PPG-7/Dimethicone Copolymer is a block copolymer of polyethylene glycol, polypropylene glycol and Dimethicone containing an average of 24 moles of ethylene oxide and 7 moles of propylene oxide

What does it do?

Bis-Isobutyl Peg-24/ppg-7/dimethicone Copolymer is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Film forming

    forms a thin continuous film on skin, hair, or nails — used in long-wear makeup, sunscreens, and hairsprays

  • Humectant

    draws moisture from the air or deeper skin layers to the surface, helping skin retain water

EU regulatory status

This ingredient is restricted in the European Union.

Bis-Isobutyl Peg-24/ppg-7/dimethicone Copolymer is listed under Annex III of EU Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009 (entry 186). It is permitted only under specific conditions, concentration limits, or in particular product types.

Frequently asked questions

What is Bis-Isobutyl Peg-24/ppg-7/dimethicone Copolymer?

Bis-Isobutyl Peg-24/ppg-7/dimethicone Copolymer is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Bis-Isobutyl PEG-24/PPG-7/Dimethicone Copolymer is a block copolymer of polyethylene glycol, polypropylene glycol and Dimethicone containing an average of 24 moles of ethylene oxide and 7 moles of propylene oxide

Is Bis-Isobutyl Peg-24/ppg-7/dimethicone Copolymer allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Only with restrictions. Bis-Isobutyl Peg-24/ppg-7/dimethicone Copolymer is permitted in EU cosmetics only under specific conditions defined in Annex III of Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Bis-Isobutyl Peg-24/ppg-7/dimethicone Copolymer do in cosmetic products?

Bis-Isobutyl Peg-24/ppg-7/dimethicone Copolymer is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: film forming, humectant.

What is the CAS number of Bis-Isobutyl Peg-24/ppg-7/dimethicone Copolymer?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Bis-Isobutyl Peg-24/ppg-7/dimethicone Copolymer is 158451-77-5 (generic).

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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: 15/10/2010