Peg-5 Trilauryl Citrate
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning - emollient in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl), .alpha.-dodecyl-.omega.-hydroxy-, 2-hydroxy-1,2,3-propanetricarboxylic acid triesters (5 mol EO average molar ratio)
What does it do?
Peg-5 Trilauryl Citrate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Skin conditioning - emollient
softens the skin by reducing roughness and friction between skin cells
EU regulatory status
Peg-5 Trilauryl Citrate 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 Trilauryl Citrate?
Peg-5 Trilauryl Citrate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl), .alpha.-dodecyl-.omega.-hydroxy-, 2-hydroxy-1,2,3-propanetricarboxylic acid triesters (5 mol EO average molar ratio)
Is Peg-5 Trilauryl Citrate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Peg-5 Trilauryl Citrate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Peg-5 Trilauryl Citrate do in cosmetic products?
Peg-5 Trilauryl Citrate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning - emollient.
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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