Allowed in EU

Polyethylene Isoterephthalate

A cosmetic ingredient used as bulking in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

What is it?

Poly(oxyethyleneoxy-1,4-phthaloyl, oxyethyleneoxy-1,3-phthaloyl)

What does it do?

Polyethylene Isoterephthalate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Bulking

    adds volume or mass to a product without significantly changing its other properties

EU regulatory status

Polyethylene Isoterephthalate 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 Polyethylene Isoterephthalate?

Polyethylene Isoterephthalate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Poly(oxyethyleneoxy-1,4-phthaloyl, oxyethyleneoxy-1,3-phthaloyl)

Is Polyethylene Isoterephthalate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Polyethylene Isoterephthalate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Polyethylene Isoterephthalate do in cosmetic products?

Polyethylene Isoterephthalate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: bulking.

What is the CAS number of Polyethylene Isoterephthalate?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Polyethylene Isoterephthalate 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: 15/10/2010