Propylene Glycol Ceteth-3 Propionate
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl), .alpha.-hexadecyl-.omega.-2-hydroxy-1-methylethyl-, propanoate (3 mol EO avergae molar ratio)
What does it do?
Propylene Glycol Ceteth-3 Propionate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
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Skin conditioning - emollient
softens the skin by reducing roughness and friction between skin cells
EU regulatory status
Propylene Glycol Ceteth-3 Propionate 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 Propylene Glycol Ceteth-3 Propionate?
Propylene Glycol Ceteth-3 Propionate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl), .alpha.-hexadecyl-.omega.-2-hydroxy-1-methylethyl-, propanoate (3 mol EO avergae molar ratio)
Is Propylene Glycol Ceteth-3 Propionate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Propylene Glycol Ceteth-3 Propionate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Propylene Glycol Ceteth-3 Propionate do in cosmetic products?
Propylene Glycol Ceteth-3 Propionate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient.
What is the CAS number of Propylene Glycol Ceteth-3 Propionate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Propylene Glycol Ceteth-3 Propionate 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