Peg-7 Methyl Ether
A cosmetic ingredient used as solvent in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl), .alpha.-methyl-.omega.-hydroxy- (7 mol EO average molar ratio)
What does it do?
Peg-7 Methyl Ether is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Solvent
dissolves other ingredients into a uniform liquid phase
EU regulatory status
Peg-7 Methyl 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-7 Methyl Ether?
Peg-7 Methyl Ether is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl), .alpha.-methyl-.omega.-hydroxy- (7 mol EO average molar ratio)
Is Peg-7 Methyl Ether allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Peg-7 Methyl Ether is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Peg-7 Methyl Ether do in cosmetic products?
Peg-7 Methyl Ether is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: solvent.
What is the CAS number of Peg-7 Methyl Ether?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Peg-7 Methyl Ether is 9004-74-4.
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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