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Dodecanedioic Acid/cetearyl Alcohol/glycol Copolymer

A cosmetic ingredient used as film forming, viscosity controlling in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

What is it?

Dodecanedioic acid, polymer with C16-18 alcohols and 1,2-ethanediol

What does it do?

Dodecanedioic Acid/cetearyl Alcohol/glycol Copolymer is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Film forming

    forms a thin continuous film on skin, hair, or nails — used in long-wear makeup, sunscreens, and hairsprays

  • Viscosity controlling

    adjusts the thickness or flow of a formulation

EU regulatory status

Dodecanedioic Acid/cetearyl Alcohol/glycol Copolymer 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 Dodecanedioic Acid/cetearyl Alcohol/glycol Copolymer?

Dodecanedioic Acid/cetearyl Alcohol/glycol Copolymer is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Dodecanedioic acid, polymer with C16-18 alcohols and 1,2-ethanediol

Is Dodecanedioic Acid/cetearyl Alcohol/glycol Copolymer allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Dodecanedioic Acid/cetearyl Alcohol/glycol Copolymer is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Dodecanedioic Acid/cetearyl Alcohol/glycol Copolymer do in cosmetic products?

Dodecanedioic Acid/cetearyl Alcohol/glycol Copolymer is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: film forming, viscosity controlling.

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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