Ethyl Azelaic Acid/propanediol Copolymer
A cosmetic ingredient used as plasticiser, skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Ethyl Azelaic Acid/Propanediol Copolymer is made by a two-step process. First the diester of Azelaic Acid is prepared by reacting it with Alcohol. The diester is then trans-esterified with Propanediol to form a polymer.
What does it do?
Ethyl Azelaic Acid/propanediol Copolymer is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Plasticiser
adds flexibility to film-forming polymers, e.g. in nail polish or mascara
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
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Skin conditioning - emollient
softens the skin by reducing roughness and friction between skin cells
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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
Ethyl Azelaic Acid/propanediol 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 Ethyl Azelaic Acid/propanediol Copolymer?
Ethyl Azelaic Acid/propanediol Copolymer is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Ethyl Azelaic Acid/Propanediol Copolymer is made by a two-step process. First the diester of Azelaic Acid is prepared by reacting it with Alcohol. The diester is then trans-esterified with Propanediol to form a polymer.
Is Ethyl Azelaic Acid/propanediol Copolymer allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Ethyl Azelaic Acid/propanediol Copolymer is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Ethyl Azelaic Acid/propanediol Copolymer do in cosmetic products?
Ethyl Azelaic Acid/propanediol Copolymer is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: plasticiser, skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient, solvent, 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: 05/04/2019