Diethylaminoethyl Cellulose
A cosmetic ingredient used as absorbent in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Diethylaminoethyl Cellulose is the product obtained by the reaction of 2-(diethylamino)ethanol with Cellulose.
What does it do?
Diethylaminoethyl Cellulose is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Absorbent
takes up water-based or oil-based substances
EU regulatory status
Diethylaminoethyl Cellulose 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 Diethylaminoethyl Cellulose?
Diethylaminoethyl Cellulose is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Diethylaminoethyl Cellulose is the product obtained by the reaction of 2-(diethylamino)ethanol with Cellulose.
Is Diethylaminoethyl Cellulose allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Diethylaminoethyl Cellulose is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Diethylaminoethyl Cellulose do in cosmetic products?
Diethylaminoethyl Cellulose is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: absorbent.
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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: 04/08/2016