Peg-4 Ditallow Ether
A cosmetic ingredient used as refatting, skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl), .alpha.-tallow-alkyl-.omega.-tallow-alkyloxy- (4 mol EO average molar ratio)
What does it do?
Peg-4 Ditallow Ether is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Refatting
restores oils and lipids that washing strips from skin or hair
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
EU regulatory status
Peg-4 Ditallow 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-4 Ditallow Ether?
Peg-4 Ditallow Ether is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl), .alpha.-tallow-alkyl-.omega.-tallow-alkyloxy- (4 mol EO average molar ratio)
Is Peg-4 Ditallow Ether allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Peg-4 Ditallow Ether is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Peg-4 Ditallow Ether do in cosmetic products?
Peg-4 Ditallow Ether is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: refatting, skin conditioning.
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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