Allowed in EU

Peg-6 Oleamine

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

What is it?

Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl),.alpha.,.alpha'.-[2,2'-(octadec-9-enylimino)bisethyl].omega.-hydroxy- (6 mol EO average molar ratio)

What does it do?

Peg-6 Oleamine 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

  • Surfactant - foam boosting

    surfactant that increases the volume or stability of foam produced by other surfactants in the same formulation

EU regulatory status

Peg-6 Oleamine 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 Oleamine?

Peg-6 Oleamine is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl),.alpha.,.alpha'.-[2,2'-(octadec-9-enylimino)bisethyl].omega.-hydroxy- (6 mol EO average molar ratio)

Is Peg-6 Oleamine allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

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

What does Peg-6 Oleamine do in cosmetic products?

Peg-6 Oleamine is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: surfactant - emulsifying, surfactant - foam boosting.

What is the CAS number of Peg-6 Oleamine?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Peg-6 Oleamine is 26635-93-8.

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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