Diethylaminoethyl Peg-5 Cocoate
A cosmetic ingredient used as cleansing, foaming, hair conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl), .alpha.-hydro-.omega.-2-(diethylamino)ethyloxy-, coco-fatty acid ester (5 mol EO average molar ratio)
What does it do?
Diethylaminoethyl Peg-5 Cocoate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Cleansing
helps remove dirt, oil, makeup, and other contaminants from skin or hair
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Foaming
produces foam when mixed with water and agitated
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Hair conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and manageability of hair
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Surfactant - cleansing
surfactant whose primary cosmetic role is cleansing — the active workhorse in soaps, shampoos, and body washes
EU regulatory status
Diethylaminoethyl Peg-5 Cocoate 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 Peg-5 Cocoate?
Diethylaminoethyl Peg-5 Cocoate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl), .alpha.-hydro-.omega.-2-(diethylamino)ethyloxy-, coco-fatty acid ester (5 mol EO average molar ratio)
Is Diethylaminoethyl Peg-5 Cocoate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Diethylaminoethyl Peg-5 Cocoate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Diethylaminoethyl Peg-5 Cocoate do in cosmetic products?
Diethylaminoethyl Peg-5 Cocoate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: cleansing, foaming, hair conditioning, surfactant - cleansing.
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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