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Peg-5 Glyceryl Sesquioleate

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

What is it?

1,2,3-Propanetriol, esters with 9-(Z)-octdecenoic acid (2:3), ethoxylated (5 mol EO average molar ratio)

What does it do?

Peg-5 Glyceryl Sesquioleate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Surfactant - emulsifying

    surfactant that forms and stabilises emulsions of oil and water — without it, creams and lotions would separate

EU regulatory status

Peg-5 Glyceryl Sesquioleate 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 Glyceryl Sesquioleate?

Peg-5 Glyceryl Sesquioleate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 1,2,3-Propanetriol, esters with 9-(Z)-octdecenoic acid (2:3), ethoxylated (5 mol EO average molar ratio)

Is Peg-5 Glyceryl Sesquioleate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Peg-5 Glyceryl Sesquioleate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Peg-5 Glyceryl Sesquioleate do in cosmetic products?

Peg-5 Glyceryl Sesquioleate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: surfactant - emulsifying.

What is the CAS number of Peg-5 Glyceryl Sesquioleate?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Peg-5 Glyceryl Sesquioleate is 57107-97-8.

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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