Peg-2 Lauramine
A cosmetic ingredient used as antistatic, surfactant - foam boosting in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl), .alpha.,.alpha'.-[(dodecylimino)di-2,1-ethanediyl]bis[.omega.-hydroxy- (2 mol EO average molar ratio)
What does it do?
Peg-2 Lauramine is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Antistatic
reduces static electricity, mostly in hair products to keep strands smooth and manageable
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Surfactant - foam boosting
surfactant that increases the volume or stability of foam produced by other surfactants in the same formulation
EU regulatory status
Peg-2 Lauramine 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-2 Lauramine?
Peg-2 Lauramine is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl), .alpha.,.alpha'.-[(dodecylimino)di-2,1-ethanediyl]bis[.omega.-hydroxy- (2 mol EO average molar ratio)
Is Peg-2 Lauramine allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Peg-2 Lauramine is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Peg-2 Lauramine do in cosmetic products?
Peg-2 Lauramine is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antistatic, surfactant - foam boosting.
What is the CAS number of Peg-2 Lauramine?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Peg-2 Lauramine is 31017-83-1.
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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