Allowed in EU

Hydroxyethyl Pei-1000

A cosmetic ingredient used as surfactant - cleansing in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

What is it?

Poly(imino-1,2-ethanediyl), .alpha.-hydro-.omega.amino-, ethoxylated (1000 mol aziridine average molar ratio)

What does it do?

Hydroxyethyl Pei-1000 is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Surfactant - cleansing

    surfactant whose primary cosmetic role is cleansing — the active workhorse in soaps, shampoos, and body washes

EU regulatory status

Hydroxyethyl Pei-1000 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 Hydroxyethyl Pei-1000?

Hydroxyethyl Pei-1000 is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Poly(imino-1,2-ethanediyl), .alpha.-hydro-.omega.amino-, ethoxylated (1000 mol aziridine average molar ratio)

Is Hydroxyethyl Pei-1000 allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Hydroxyethyl Pei-1000 is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Hydroxyethyl Pei-1000 do in cosmetic products?

Hydroxyethyl Pei-1000 is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: 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: 24/01/2011