Ppg-5 Phytosterol
A cosmetic ingredient used as surfactant - emulsifying in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
PPG-5 Phytosterol is the polypropylene glycol ether of Phytosterol containing an average of 5 moles of propylene oxide
What does it do?
Ppg-5 Phytosterol is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Surfactant - emulsifying
surfactant that forms and stabilises emulsions of oil and water — without it, creams and lotions would separate
EU regulatory status
Ppg-5 Phytosterol 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-5 Phytosterol?
Ppg-5 Phytosterol is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. PPG-5 Phytosterol is the polypropylene glycol ether of Phytosterol containing an average of 5 moles of propylene oxide
Is Ppg-5 Phytosterol allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Ppg-5 Phytosterol is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Ppg-5 Phytosterol do in cosmetic products?
Ppg-5 Phytosterol is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: surfactant - emulsifying.
What is the CAS number of Ppg-5 Phytosterol?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Ppg-5 Phytosterol 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