Trimethyl Pentanol Hydroxyethyl Ether
A cosmetic ingredient used as solvent, viscosity controlling in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
3-Pentanol, 1-(2-Hydroxyethoxy)-2,2,4-Trimethyl-
What does it do?
Trimethyl Pentanol Hydroxyethyl 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
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Viscosity controlling
adjusts the thickness or flow of a formulation
EU regulatory status
Trimethyl Pentanol Hydroxyethyl 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 Trimethyl Pentanol Hydroxyethyl Ether?
Trimethyl Pentanol Hydroxyethyl Ether is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 3-Pentanol, 1-(2-Hydroxyethoxy)-2,2,4-Trimethyl-
Is Trimethyl Pentanol Hydroxyethyl Ether allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Trimethyl Pentanol Hydroxyethyl Ether is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Trimethyl Pentanol Hydroxyethyl Ether do in cosmetic products?
Trimethyl Pentanol Hydroxyethyl Ether is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: solvent, viscosity controlling.
What is the CAS number of Trimethyl Pentanol Hydroxyethyl Ether?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Trimethyl Pentanol Hydroxyethyl Ether is 68959-25-1.
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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