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Ppg-3 Benzyl Ether Myristate

A cosmetic ingredient used as plasticiser, skin conditioning - emollient, solvent in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

What is it?

Poly[oxy(methyl-1,2-ethanediyl)],alpha-(1-oxotetradecyl)-theta-phenoxy

What does it do?

Ppg-3 Benzyl Ether Myristate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Plasticiser

    adds flexibility to film-forming polymers, e.g. in nail polish or mascara

  • Skin conditioning - emollient

    softens the skin by reducing roughness and friction between skin cells

  • Solvent

    dissolves other ingredients into a uniform liquid phase

  • Uv absorber

    absorbs ultraviolet light, used in sunscreens and to protect formulations from UV degradation

EU regulatory status

Ppg-3 Benzyl Ether Myristate 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-3 Benzyl Ether Myristate?

Ppg-3 Benzyl Ether Myristate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Poly[oxy(methyl-1,2-ethanediyl)],alpha-(1-oxotetradecyl)-theta-phenoxy

Is Ppg-3 Benzyl Ether Myristate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Ppg-3 Benzyl Ether Myristate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Ppg-3 Benzyl Ether Myristate do in cosmetic products?

Ppg-3 Benzyl Ether Myristate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: plasticiser, skin conditioning - emollient, solvent, uv absorber.

What is the CAS number of Ppg-3 Benzyl Ether Myristate?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Ppg-3 Benzyl Ether Myristate is 642443-86-5.

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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