Propylene Glycol Propyl Ether
A cosmetic ingredient used as solvent in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
1-Propoxypropan-2-ol
What does it do?
Propylene Glycol Propyl Ether is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Solvent
dissolves other ingredients into a uniform liquid phase
EU regulatory status
Propylene Glycol Propyl Ether 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 Propyl Ether?
Propylene Glycol Propyl Ether is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 1-Propoxypropan-2-ol
Is Propylene Glycol Propyl Ether allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Propylene Glycol Propyl Ether is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Propylene Glycol Propyl Ether do in cosmetic products?
Propylene Glycol Propyl Ether is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: solvent.
What is the CAS number of Propylene Glycol Propyl Ether?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Propylene Glycol Propyl Ether is 1569-01-3 / 30136-13-1.
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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