Peg-2 Phenyl Ether
A cosmetic ingredient used as solvent in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Diethylene Glycol Monophenyl Ether,Ethanol, 2-(2-phenoxyethoxy)-
What does it do?
Peg-2 Phenyl Ether is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Solvent
dissolves other ingredients into a uniform liquid phase
EU regulatory status
Peg-2 Phenyl 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-2 Phenyl Ether?
Peg-2 Phenyl Ether is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Diethylene Glycol Monophenyl Ether,Ethanol, 2-(2-phenoxyethoxy)-
Is Peg-2 Phenyl Ether allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Peg-2 Phenyl Ether is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Peg-2 Phenyl Ether do in cosmetic products?
Peg-2 Phenyl Ether is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: solvent.
What is the CAS number of Peg-2 Phenyl Ether?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Peg-2 Phenyl Ether is 104-68-7.
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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: 18/11/2015