Diglycol Ethylhexyl Ether
A cosmetic ingredient used as surfactant - cleansing in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
PEG-2 Ethylhexanol, Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl), a-(2-ethylhexyl)-w-hydroxy-
What does it do?
Diglycol Ethylhexyl Ether is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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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
Diglycol Ethylhexyl Ether 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 Diglycol Ethylhexyl Ether?
Diglycol Ethylhexyl Ether is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. PEG-2 Ethylhexanol, Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl), a-(2-ethylhexyl)-w-hydroxy-
Is Diglycol Ethylhexyl Ether allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Diglycol Ethylhexyl Ether is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Diglycol Ethylhexyl Ether do in cosmetic products?
Diglycol Ethylhexyl Ether is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: surfactant - cleansing.
What is the CAS number of Diglycol Ethylhexyl Ether?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Diglycol Ethylhexyl Ether is 26468-86-0.
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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: 13/05/2019