Pentadoxynol-200
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning - emollient, surfactant - cleansing in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl), .alpha.-(3-pentadecylphenyl)-.omega.-hydroxy- (200 mol EO average molar ratio)
What does it do?
Pentadoxynol-200 is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Skin conditioning - emollient
softens the skin by reducing roughness and friction between skin cells
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Surfactant - cleansing
surfactant whose primary cosmetic role is cleansing — the active workhorse in soaps, shampoos, and body washes
EU regulatory status
Pentadoxynol-200 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 Pentadoxynol-200?
Pentadoxynol-200 is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl), .alpha.-(3-pentadecylphenyl)-.omega.-hydroxy- (200 mol EO average molar ratio)
Is Pentadoxynol-200 allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Pentadoxynol-200 is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Pentadoxynol-200 do in cosmetic products?
Pentadoxynol-200 is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning - emollient, surfactant - cleansing.
What is the CAS number of Pentadoxynol-200?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Pentadoxynol-200 is 40160-92-7.
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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