Allowed in EU

Isopropylidenediphenol Bishydroxypropyl Peg-180

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

What is it?

Oxirane, [(1-methylethylidene)bis(4,1-phenyleneoxymethylene)]bis-, polymer with .alpha.-hydro-.omega.hydroxypoly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl) (180 mol EO average molar ratio)

What does it do?

Isopropylidenediphenol Bishydroxypropyl Peg-180 is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Binding

    holds the components of a formulation together, especially in pressed powders and compact makeup

EU regulatory status

Isopropylidenediphenol Bishydroxypropyl Peg-180 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 Isopropylidenediphenol Bishydroxypropyl Peg-180?

Isopropylidenediphenol Bishydroxypropyl Peg-180 is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Oxirane, [(1-methylethylidene)bis(4,1-phenyleneoxymethylene)]bis-, polymer with .alpha.-hydro-.omega.hydroxypoly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl) (180 mol EO average molar ratio)

Is Isopropylidenediphenol Bishydroxypropyl Peg-180 allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Isopropylidenediphenol Bishydroxypropyl Peg-180 is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Isopropylidenediphenol Bishydroxypropyl Peg-180 do in cosmetic products?

Isopropylidenediphenol Bishydroxypropyl Peg-180 is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: binding.

What is the CAS number of Isopropylidenediphenol Bishydroxypropyl Peg-180?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Isopropylidenediphenol Bishydroxypropyl Peg-180 is 37225-26-6.

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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