Allowed in EU

Ppg-33 Sorbitol

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

What is it?

Ether of sorbitol and polypropylene glycol (average of 33 moles of propylene oxide)

What does it do?

Ppg-33 Sorbitol is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Hair fixing

    holds hair in a desired style, typically through a flexible film coating each strand

EU regulatory status

Ppg-33 Sorbitol 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-33 Sorbitol?

Ppg-33 Sorbitol is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Ether of sorbitol and polypropylene glycol (average of 33 moles of propylene oxide)

Is Ppg-33 Sorbitol allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Ppg-33 Sorbitol is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Ppg-33 Sorbitol do in cosmetic products?

Ppg-33 Sorbitol is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: hair fixing.

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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