Allowed in EU

C18-22 Alkyl Peg-25 Methacrylate

A cosmetic ingredient used as not reported in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

What is it?

C18-22 Alkyl PEG-25 Methacrylate is the product obtained by the reaction of Methacrylic Acid with a 25-mole ethoxylate of a mixture of fatty alcohols containing 18 to 22 carbons in the alkyl chain.

What does it do?

C18-22 Alkyl Peg-25 Methacrylate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Not reported

    function not declared in the EU CosIng database — the substance is approved for cosmetic use, but no specific role has been categorised

EU regulatory status

C18-22 Alkyl Peg-25 Methacrylate 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 C18-22 Alkyl Peg-25 Methacrylate?

C18-22 Alkyl Peg-25 Methacrylate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. C18-22 Alkyl PEG-25 Methacrylate is the product obtained by the reaction of Methacrylic Acid with a 25-mole ethoxylate of a mixture of fatty alcohols containing 18 to 22 carbons in the alkyl chain.

Is C18-22 Alkyl Peg-25 Methacrylate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. C18-22 Alkyl Peg-25 Methacrylate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does C18-22 Alkyl Peg-25 Methacrylate do in cosmetic products?

C18-22 Alkyl Peg-25 Methacrylate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: not reported.

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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: 14/10/2019