Peg/ppg-100/70 Tocopheryl Ether
A cosmetic ingredient used as anticaking, antioxidant, binding in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Polyoxyethylene (100) polyoxypropylene (70) tocopheryl ether
What does it do?
Peg/ppg-100/70 Tocopheryl Ether is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Anticaking
prevents powders from clumping or caking, keeping them free-flowing
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Antioxidant
neutralises free radicals to slow oxidative damage to the formulation or skin
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Binding
holds the components of a formulation together, especially in pressed powders and compact makeup
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Emulsion stabilising
stabilises emulsions of oil and water, preventing separation over time
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Plasticiser
adds flexibility to film-forming polymers, e.g. in nail polish or mascara
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
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Surfactant - cleansing
surfactant whose primary cosmetic role is cleansing — the active workhorse in soaps, shampoos, and body washes
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Surfactant - emulsifying
surfactant that forms and stabilises emulsions of oil and water — without it, creams and lotions would separate
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Uv absorber
absorbs ultraviolet light, used in sunscreens and to protect formulations from UV degradation
EU regulatory status
Peg/ppg-100/70 Tocopheryl 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/ppg-100/70 Tocopheryl Ether?
Peg/ppg-100/70 Tocopheryl Ether is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Polyoxyethylene (100) polyoxypropylene (70) tocopheryl ether
Is Peg/ppg-100/70 Tocopheryl Ether allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Peg/ppg-100/70 Tocopheryl Ether is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Peg/ppg-100/70 Tocopheryl Ether do in cosmetic products?
Peg/ppg-100/70 Tocopheryl Ether is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: anticaking, antioxidant, binding, emulsion stabilising, plasticiser, skin conditioning, surfactant - cleansing, surfactant - emulsifying, uv absorber.
What is the CAS number of Peg/ppg-100/70 Tocopheryl Ether?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Peg/ppg-100/70 Tocopheryl Ether is -.
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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: 24/01/2011