Allowed in EU

Peg-6 Cocamide Phosphate

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

What is it?

Amides, coco alkyl, N-(hydroxyethyl), ethoxylated, phosphate esters (5 mol EO average molar ratio)

What does it do?

Peg-6 Cocamide Phosphate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Cleansing

    helps remove dirt, oil, makeup, and other contaminants from skin or hair

EU regulatory status

Peg-6 Cocamide Phosphate 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-6 Cocamide Phosphate?

Peg-6 Cocamide Phosphate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Amides, coco alkyl, N-(hydroxyethyl), ethoxylated, phosphate esters (5 mol EO average molar ratio)

Is Peg-6 Cocamide Phosphate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Peg-6 Cocamide Phosphate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Peg-6 Cocamide Phosphate do in cosmetic products?

Peg-6 Cocamide Phosphate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: cleansing.

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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