Allowed in EU

Oleth-100

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

What is it?

Oleth-100 is the polyethylene glycol ether of Oleyl Alcohol

What does it do?

Oleth-100 is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Surfactant - cleansing

    surfactant whose primary cosmetic role is cleansing — the active workhorse in soaps, shampoos, and body washes

EU regulatory status

Oleth-100 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 Oleth-100?

Oleth-100 is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Oleth-100 is the polyethylene glycol ether of Oleyl Alcohol

Is Oleth-100 allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Oleth-100 is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Oleth-100 do in cosmetic products?

Oleth-100 is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: surfactant - cleansing.

What is the CAS number of Oleth-100?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Oleth-100 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