Allowed in EU

Peg-4 Trimethylolpropane Triacrylate

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

What is it?

PEG-4 Trimethylolpropane Triacrylate is the triester of Acrylic Acid and a polyethylene glycol ether of Trimethylolpropane containing an average of 4 moles of ethylene oxide

What does it do?

Peg-4 Trimethylolpropane Triacrylate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Film forming

    forms a thin continuous film on skin, hair, or nails — used in long-wear makeup, sunscreens, and hairsprays

EU regulatory status

Peg-4 Trimethylolpropane Triacrylate 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 Trimethylolpropane Triacrylate?

Peg-4 Trimethylolpropane Triacrylate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. PEG-4 Trimethylolpropane Triacrylate is the triester of Acrylic Acid and a polyethylene glycol ether of Trimethylolpropane containing an average of 4 moles of ethylene oxide

Is Peg-4 Trimethylolpropane Triacrylate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Peg-4 Trimethylolpropane Triacrylate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Peg-4 Trimethylolpropane Triacrylate do in cosmetic products?

Peg-4 Trimethylolpropane Triacrylate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: film forming.

What is the CAS number of Peg-4 Trimethylolpropane Triacrylate?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Peg-4 Trimethylolpropane Triacrylate is 28961-43-5.

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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: 20/06/2016