Octyldodecyl Glucoside
A cosmetic ingredient used as surfactant - cleansing, surfactant - emulsifying in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Octyldodecyl Glucoside is the product obtained by the reaction of Octyldodecanol with glucose
What does it do?
Octyldodecyl Glucoside 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
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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
Octyldodecyl Glucoside 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 Octyldodecyl Glucoside?
Octyldodecyl Glucoside is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Octyldodecyl Glucoside is the product obtained by the reaction of Octyldodecanol with glucose
Is Octyldodecyl Glucoside allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Octyldodecyl Glucoside is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Octyldodecyl Glucoside do in cosmetic products?
Octyldodecyl Glucoside is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: surfactant - cleansing, surfactant - emulsifying.
What is the CAS number of Octyldodecyl Glucoside?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Octyldodecyl Glucoside 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: 15/10/2010