Allowed in EU

Peg-6 Sesqui(Benzotriazolyl T-Butyl Hydroxyphenylpropionate)

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

What is it?

Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl), .alpha.-[3-[3-(2H-benzotriazol-2-yl)-5-(1,1-dimethylethyl)-4-hydroxyphenyl]-1-oxopropyl]-\q-hydroxy-

What does it do?

Peg-6 Sesqui(Benzotriazolyl T-Butyl Hydroxyphenylpropionate) is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Light stabilizer

    protects a cosmetic formulation from degradation by UV light, extending its shelf life

EU regulatory status

Peg-6 Sesqui(Benzotriazolyl T-Butyl Hydroxyphenylpropionate) 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 Sesqui(Benzotriazolyl T-Butyl Hydroxyphenylpropionate)?

Peg-6 Sesqui(Benzotriazolyl T-Butyl Hydroxyphenylpropionate) is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl), .alpha.-[3-[3-(2H-benzotriazol-2-yl)-5-(1,1-dimethylethyl)-4-hydroxyphenyl]-1-oxopropyl]-\q-hydroxy-

Is Peg-6 Sesqui(Benzotriazolyl T-Butyl Hydroxyphenylpropionate) allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Peg-6 Sesqui(Benzotriazolyl T-Butyl Hydroxyphenylpropionate) is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Peg-6 Sesqui(Benzotriazolyl T-Butyl Hydroxyphenylpropionate) do in cosmetic products?

Peg-6 Sesqui(Benzotriazolyl T-Butyl Hydroxyphenylpropionate) is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: light stabilizer.

What is the CAS number of Peg-6 Sesqui(Benzotriazolyl T-Butyl Hydroxyphenylpropionate)?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Peg-6 Sesqui(Benzotriazolyl T-Butyl Hydroxyphenylpropionate) is 104810-48-2.

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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