Peg/ppg/polybutylene Glycol-8/5/3 Glycerin
A cosmetic ingredient used as humectant in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
1,2,3-Propanetriol, ethoxylated, propoxylated, polymers with ethyloxirane (8 mol EO, 5 mol PO, 3 mol BO avearge)
What does it do?
Peg/ppg/polybutylene Glycol-8/5/3 Glycerin is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Humectant
draws moisture from the air or deeper skin layers to the surface, helping skin retain water
EU regulatory status
Peg/ppg/polybutylene Glycol-8/5/3 Glycerin 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/polybutylene Glycol-8/5/3 Glycerin?
Peg/ppg/polybutylene Glycol-8/5/3 Glycerin is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 1,2,3-Propanetriol, ethoxylated, propoxylated, polymers with ethyloxirane (8 mol EO, 5 mol PO, 3 mol BO avearge)
Is Peg/ppg/polybutylene Glycol-8/5/3 Glycerin allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Peg/ppg/polybutylene Glycol-8/5/3 Glycerin is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Peg/ppg/polybutylene Glycol-8/5/3 Glycerin do in cosmetic products?
Peg/ppg/polybutylene Glycol-8/5/3 Glycerin is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: humectant.
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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