Methyl Gluceth-20 Benzoate
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning - emollient, solvent in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl), .alpha.-hydro-.omega.-hydroxy-, ether with methyl .beta.-d-glucopyranoside (4:1), benzoates (20 mol EO average molar ratio)
What does it do?
Methyl Gluceth-20 Benzoate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Skin conditioning - emollient
softens the skin by reducing roughness and friction between skin cells
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Solvent
dissolves other ingredients into a uniform liquid phase
EU regulatory status
Methyl Gluceth-20 Benzoate 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 Methyl Gluceth-20 Benzoate?
Methyl Gluceth-20 Benzoate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl), .alpha.-hydro-.omega.-hydroxy-, ether with methyl .beta.-d-glucopyranoside (4:1), benzoates (20 mol EO average molar ratio)
Is Methyl Gluceth-20 Benzoate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Methyl Gluceth-20 Benzoate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Methyl Gluceth-20 Benzoate do in cosmetic products?
Methyl Gluceth-20 Benzoate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning - emollient, solvent.
What is the CAS number of Methyl Gluceth-20 Benzoate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Methyl Gluceth-20 Benzoate is -.
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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