Lauryl Isopentyl-Peg/ppg-18/18 Methicone
A cosmetic ingredient used as surfactant - emulsifying in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Lauryl Isopentyl-PEG/PPG-18/18 Methicone is the copolymer formed by the reaction of Methicone with dodecene and a dimethyallyl-terminated polyethylene oxide/polypropylene oxide copolymer
What does it do?
Lauryl Isopentyl-Peg/ppg-18/18 Methicone is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Surfactant - emulsifying
surfactant that forms and stabilises emulsions of oil and water — without it, creams and lotions would separate
EU regulatory status
Lauryl Isopentyl-Peg/ppg-18/18 Methicone 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 Lauryl Isopentyl-Peg/ppg-18/18 Methicone?
Lauryl Isopentyl-Peg/ppg-18/18 Methicone is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Lauryl Isopentyl-PEG/PPG-18/18 Methicone is the copolymer formed by the reaction of Methicone with dodecene and a dimethyallyl-terminated polyethylene oxide/polypropylene oxide copolymer
Is Lauryl Isopentyl-Peg/ppg-18/18 Methicone allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Lauryl Isopentyl-Peg/ppg-18/18 Methicone is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Lauryl Isopentyl-Peg/ppg-18/18 Methicone do in cosmetic products?
Lauryl Isopentyl-Peg/ppg-18/18 Methicone is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: surfactant - emulsifying.
What is the CAS number of Lauryl Isopentyl-Peg/ppg-18/18 Methicone?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Lauryl Isopentyl-Peg/ppg-18/18 Methicone is 1112315-26-0.
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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: 28/02/2013