Peg-5 Dedm Hydantoin
A cosmetic ingredient used as antimicrobial in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
1,3-bis(2-Hydroxyethyl)-5,5-dimethylimidazolidine-2,4-dione, ethoxylated (5 mol EO average molar ratio)
What does it do?
Peg-5 Dedm Hydantoin is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Antimicrobial
kills or inhibits the growth of microorganisms
EU regulatory status
Peg-5 Dedm Hydantoin 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-5 Dedm Hydantoin?
Peg-5 Dedm Hydantoin is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 1,3-bis(2-Hydroxyethyl)-5,5-dimethylimidazolidine-2,4-dione, ethoxylated (5 mol EO average molar ratio)
Is Peg-5 Dedm Hydantoin allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Peg-5 Dedm Hydantoin is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Peg-5 Dedm Hydantoin do in cosmetic products?
Peg-5 Dedm Hydantoin is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antimicrobial.
What is the CAS number of Peg-5 Dedm Hydantoin?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Peg-5 Dedm Hydantoin is 68130-12-1.
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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