C18-22 Alkyl Peg-25 Methacrylate/diethylaminoethyl Methacrylate Copolymer
A cosmetic ingredient used as emulsion stabilising, surfactant - cleansing, viscosity controlling in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
C18-22 Alkyl PEG-25 Methacrylate/Diethylaminoethyl Methacrylate Copolymer is a polymer of diethylaminoethyl methacrylate and C18-22 alkyl PEG-25 methacrylate monomers.
What does it do?
C18-22 Alkyl Peg-25 Methacrylate/diethylaminoethyl Methacrylate Copolymer is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Emulsion stabilising
stabilises emulsions of oil and water, preventing separation over time
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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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Viscosity controlling
adjusts the thickness or flow of a formulation
EU regulatory status
C18-22 Alkyl Peg-25 Methacrylate/diethylaminoethyl Methacrylate Copolymer 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/diethylaminoethyl Methacrylate Copolymer?
C18-22 Alkyl Peg-25 Methacrylate/diethylaminoethyl Methacrylate Copolymer is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. C18-22 Alkyl PEG-25 Methacrylate/Diethylaminoethyl Methacrylate Copolymer is a polymer of diethylaminoethyl methacrylate and C18-22 alkyl PEG-25 methacrylate monomers.
Is C18-22 Alkyl Peg-25 Methacrylate/diethylaminoethyl Methacrylate Copolymer allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. C18-22 Alkyl Peg-25 Methacrylate/diethylaminoethyl Methacrylate Copolymer is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does C18-22 Alkyl Peg-25 Methacrylate/diethylaminoethyl Methacrylate Copolymer do in cosmetic products?
C18-22 Alkyl Peg-25 Methacrylate/diethylaminoethyl Methacrylate Copolymer is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: emulsion stabilising, surfactant - cleansing, viscosity controlling.
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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: 19/06/2013