Peg-9 C10-14 Olefin/ma Copolymer
A cosmetic ingredient used as emulsion stabilising in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
PEG-9 C10-14 Olefin/MA Copolymer is a copolymer of Maleic Anhydride and C10-14 olefins. The copolymer is then reacted with PEG-9 to convert some of the anhydride groups on the polymer into esters.
What does it do?
Peg-9 C10-14 Olefin/ma Copolymer is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Emulsion stabilising
stabilises emulsions of oil and water, preventing separation over time
EU regulatory status
Peg-9 C10-14 Olefin/ma Copolymer 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-9 C10-14 Olefin/ma Copolymer?
Peg-9 C10-14 Olefin/ma Copolymer is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. PEG-9 C10-14 Olefin/MA Copolymer is a copolymer of Maleic Anhydride and C10-14 olefins. The copolymer is then reacted with PEG-9 to convert some of the anhydride groups on the polymer into esters.
Is Peg-9 C10-14 Olefin/ma Copolymer allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Peg-9 C10-14 Olefin/ma Copolymer is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Peg-9 C10-14 Olefin/ma Copolymer do in cosmetic products?
Peg-9 C10-14 Olefin/ma Copolymer is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: emulsion stabilising.
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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: 20/04/2018