Peg-6 Ppg-7 Ethylhexyl Ether
A cosmetic ingredient used as cleansing, surfactant - cleansing in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Oxirane, 2-methyl-, polymer with oxirane, mono(2-ethylhexyl) ether
What does it do?
Peg-6 Ppg-7 Ethylhexyl Ether is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Cleansing
helps remove dirt, oil, makeup, and other contaminants from skin or hair
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Surfactant - cleansing
surfactant whose primary cosmetic role is cleansing — the active workhorse in soaps, shampoos, and body washes
EU regulatory status
Peg-6 Ppg-7 Ethylhexyl Ether 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 Ppg-7 Ethylhexyl Ether?
Peg-6 Ppg-7 Ethylhexyl Ether is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Oxirane, 2-methyl-, polymer with oxirane, mono(2-ethylhexyl) ether
Is Peg-6 Ppg-7 Ethylhexyl Ether allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Peg-6 Ppg-7 Ethylhexyl Ether is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Peg-6 Ppg-7 Ethylhexyl Ether do in cosmetic products?
Peg-6 Ppg-7 Ethylhexyl Ether is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: cleansing, surfactant - cleansing.
What is the CAS number of Peg-6 Ppg-7 Ethylhexyl Ether?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Peg-6 Ppg-7 Ethylhexyl Ether is 64366-70-7.
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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: 18/11/2015