Allowed in EU

Peg-12 Palmitamine

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

What is it?

Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl),.alpha.-hydro-omega, omega'-(hexadecyliminobis-, (12 mol EO average molar ratio)

What does it do?

Peg-12 Palmitamine is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Antistatic

    reduces static electricity, mostly in hair products to keep strands smooth and manageable

  • Surfactant - emulsifying

    surfactant that forms and stabilises emulsions of oil and water — without it, creams and lotions would separate

EU regulatory status

Peg-12 Palmitamine 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 Peg-12 Palmitamine?

Peg-12 Palmitamine is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl),.alpha.-hydro-omega, omega'-(hexadecyliminobis-, (12 mol EO average molar ratio)

Is Peg-12 Palmitamine allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Peg-12 Palmitamine is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Peg-12 Palmitamine do in cosmetic products?

Peg-12 Palmitamine is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antistatic, surfactant - emulsifying.

What is the CAS number of Peg-12 Palmitamine?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Peg-12 Palmitamine is 68155-33-9.

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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