Peg-8 Palmitoyl Methyl Diethonium Methosulfate
A cosmetic ingredient used as antistatic in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Ethanaminium, N-ethyl-N-methyl-N-[(1-oxohexadecyl)poly(2-oxyethyl)]-, methyl sulfates (8 mol EO average molar ratio)
What does it do?
Peg-8 Palmitoyl Methyl Diethonium Methosulfate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Antistatic
reduces static electricity, mostly in hair products to keep strands smooth and manageable
EU regulatory status
Peg-8 Palmitoyl Methyl Diethonium Methosulfate 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-8 Palmitoyl Methyl Diethonium Methosulfate?
Peg-8 Palmitoyl Methyl Diethonium Methosulfate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Ethanaminium, N-ethyl-N-methyl-N-[(1-oxohexadecyl)poly(2-oxyethyl)]-, methyl sulfates (8 mol EO average molar ratio)
Is Peg-8 Palmitoyl Methyl Diethonium Methosulfate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Peg-8 Palmitoyl Methyl Diethonium Methosulfate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Peg-8 Palmitoyl Methyl Diethonium Methosulfate do in cosmetic products?
Peg-8 Palmitoyl Methyl Diethonium Methosulfate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antistatic.
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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