Allowed in EU

Peg-12/poly(1,2-Butanediol)-12 Methoxy Isopropyl Ether

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

What is it?

PEG-12/Poly(1,2-Butanediol)-12 Methoxy Isopropyl Ether is the block copolymer produced by the interaction of 12 moles of ethylene oxide with 12 moles of butylene oxide, end-blocked with methoxy isopropyl ether

What does it do?

Peg-12/poly(1,2-Butanediol)-12 Methoxy Isopropyl Ether 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

Peg-12/poly(1,2-Butanediol)-12 Methoxy Isopropyl Ether 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/poly(1,2-Butanediol)-12 Methoxy Isopropyl Ether?

Peg-12/poly(1,2-Butanediol)-12 Methoxy Isopropyl Ether is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. PEG-12/Poly(1,2-Butanediol)-12 Methoxy Isopropyl Ether is the block copolymer produced by the interaction of 12 moles of ethylene oxide with 12 moles of butylene oxide, end-blocked with methoxy isopropyl ether

Is Peg-12/poly(1,2-Butanediol)-12 Methoxy Isopropyl Ether allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Peg-12/poly(1,2-Butanediol)-12 Methoxy Isopropyl Ether is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Peg-12/poly(1,2-Butanediol)-12 Methoxy Isopropyl Ether do in cosmetic products?

Peg-12/poly(1,2-Butanediol)-12 Methoxy Isopropyl Ether is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: surfactant - cleansing.

What is the CAS number of Peg-12/poly(1,2-Butanediol)-12 Methoxy Isopropyl Ether?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Peg-12/poly(1,2-Butanediol)-12 Methoxy Isopropyl Ether 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