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:
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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
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