Cetyl Peg-8 Dimethicone
A cosmetic ingredient used as surfactant - emulsifying in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Siloxanes and silicones, dimethyl, hexadecyl methyl, 3-(hydropoly(oxyethanediyl)oxy)propyl methyl (8 mol EO average), trimethylsilyl terminated
What does it do?
Cetyl Peg-8 Dimethicone 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
EU regulatory status
Cetyl Peg-8 Dimethicone 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 Cetyl Peg-8 Dimethicone?
Cetyl Peg-8 Dimethicone is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Siloxanes and silicones, dimethyl, hexadecyl methyl, 3-(hydropoly(oxyethanediyl)oxy)propyl methyl (8 mol EO average), trimethylsilyl terminated
Is Cetyl Peg-8 Dimethicone allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Cetyl Peg-8 Dimethicone is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Cetyl Peg-8 Dimethicone do in cosmetic products?
Cetyl Peg-8 Dimethicone is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: surfactant - emulsifying.
What is the CAS number of Cetyl Peg-8 Dimethicone?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Cetyl Peg-8 Dimethicone is -.
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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