Allowed in EU

Ppg-2 Hydroxyethyl Coco/isostearamide

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

What is it?

Amide of a mixture of isostearic acid and coconut acid, propoxylated

What does it do?

Ppg-2 Hydroxyethyl Coco/isostearamide is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Surfactant - cleansing

    surfactant whose primary cosmetic role is cleansing — the active workhorse in soaps, shampoos, and body washes

EU regulatory status

Ppg-2 Hydroxyethyl Coco/isostearamide 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 Ppg-2 Hydroxyethyl Coco/isostearamide?

Ppg-2 Hydroxyethyl Coco/isostearamide is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Amide of a mixture of isostearic acid and coconut acid, propoxylated

Is Ppg-2 Hydroxyethyl Coco/isostearamide allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Ppg-2 Hydroxyethyl Coco/isostearamide is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Ppg-2 Hydroxyethyl Coco/isostearamide do in cosmetic products?

Ppg-2 Hydroxyethyl Coco/isostearamide is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: surfactant - cleansing.

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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