Allowed in EU

C9-11 Alkyl Glucoside

A cosmetic ingredient used as cleansing, surfactant - cleansing in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

What is it?

D-Glucopyranose, oligomeric, C9-11-alkyl glycosides

What does it do?

C9-11 Alkyl Glucoside is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Cleansing

    helps remove dirt, oil, makeup, and other contaminants from skin or hair

  • Surfactant - cleansing

    surfactant whose primary cosmetic role is cleansing — the active workhorse in soaps, shampoos, and body washes

EU regulatory status

C9-11 Alkyl Glucoside 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 C9-11 Alkyl Glucoside?

C9-11 Alkyl Glucoside is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. D-Glucopyranose, oligomeric, C9-11-alkyl glycosides

Is C9-11 Alkyl Glucoside allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. C9-11 Alkyl Glucoside is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does C9-11 Alkyl Glucoside do in cosmetic products?

C9-11 Alkyl Glucoside is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: cleansing, surfactant - cleansing.

What is the CAS number of C9-11 Alkyl Glucoside?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for C9-11 Alkyl Glucoside is 132778-08-6.

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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: 24/06/2016