Ethoxyethanol
A cosmetic ingredient used as solvent, viscosity controlling in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What does it do?
Ethoxyethanol is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Solvent
dissolves other ingredients into a uniform liquid phase
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Viscosity controlling
adjusts the thickness or flow of a formulation
EU regulatory status
This ingredient is banned in the European Union.
Ethoxyethanol is listed under Annex II of EU Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009 (entry 666), making it prohibited in cosmetic products placed on the EU market.
Frequently asked questions
What is Ethoxyethanol?
Ethoxyethanol is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. A detailed chemical description is not currently available in the public dataset.
Is Ethoxyethanol allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
No. Ethoxyethanol is banned for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Annex II of Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Ethoxyethanol do in cosmetic products?
Ethoxyethanol is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: solvent, viscosity controlling.
What is the CAS number of Ethoxyethanol?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Ethoxyethanol is 110-80-5.
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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