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Methoxy Peg-3 Dehydrocholesteryl Succinate

A cosmetic ingredient used as antioxidant, hair conditioning, uv filter in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

What is it?

Methoxy PEG-3 Dehydrocholesteryl Succinate is produced by the reaction of 7-Dehydrocholesterol the succinic anhydride and subsequent reaction with methoxy PEG-3.

What does it do?

Methoxy Peg-3 Dehydrocholesteryl Succinate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Antioxidant

    neutralises free radicals to slow oxidative damage to the formulation or skin

  • Hair conditioning

    improves the appearance, feel, and manageability of hair

  • Uv filter

    absorbs or reflects ultraviolet radiation, the active ingredient class in sunscreens

EU regulatory status

Methoxy Peg-3 Dehydrocholesteryl Succinate 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 Methoxy Peg-3 Dehydrocholesteryl Succinate?

Methoxy Peg-3 Dehydrocholesteryl Succinate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Methoxy PEG-3 Dehydrocholesteryl Succinate is produced by the reaction of 7-Dehydrocholesterol the succinic anhydride and subsequent reaction with methoxy PEG-3.

Is Methoxy Peg-3 Dehydrocholesteryl Succinate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Methoxy Peg-3 Dehydrocholesteryl Succinate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Methoxy Peg-3 Dehydrocholesteryl Succinate do in cosmetic products?

Methoxy Peg-3 Dehydrocholesteryl Succinate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antioxidant, hair conditioning, uv filter.

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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: 20/10/2015