Bis-(Methyl Epoxidized Rapeseedate) Peg-20
A cosmetic ingredient used as surfactant - emulsifying, surfactant - cleansing, surfactant in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Bis-(Methyl Epoxidized Rapeseedate) PEG-20 is PEG-20 end capped with Methyl Epoxidized Rapeseedate.
What does it do?
Bis-(Methyl Epoxidized Rapeseedate) Peg-20 is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Surfactant - emulsifying
surfactant that forms and stabilises emulsions of oil and water — without it, creams and lotions would separate
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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
lowers surface tension, allowing oil and water to mix — the cleansing core of soaps and shampoos
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Surfactant - solubilizing
surfactant that dissolves small amounts of oils into a clear water-based formulation
EU regulatory status
Bis-(Methyl Epoxidized Rapeseedate) Peg-20 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 Bis-(Methyl Epoxidized Rapeseedate) Peg-20?
Bis-(Methyl Epoxidized Rapeseedate) Peg-20 is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Bis-(Methyl Epoxidized Rapeseedate) PEG-20 is PEG-20 end capped with Methyl Epoxidized Rapeseedate.
Is Bis-(Methyl Epoxidized Rapeseedate) Peg-20 allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Bis-(Methyl Epoxidized Rapeseedate) Peg-20 is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Bis-(Methyl Epoxidized Rapeseedate) Peg-20 do in cosmetic products?
Bis-(Methyl Epoxidized Rapeseedate) Peg-20 is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: surfactant - emulsifying, surfactant - cleansing, surfactant, surfactant - solubilizing.
What is the CAS number of Bis-(Methyl Epoxidized Rapeseedate) Peg-20?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Bis-(Methyl Epoxidized Rapeseedate) Peg-20 is 2767294-14-2 (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: 27/06/2024