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Cosmetic ingredient (INCI)

PEG-90/Polyepsilon Caprolactone

Used in cosmetic products as surfactant, emulsifying, humectant and surfactant, cleansing. Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl), .alpha.-hydro-.omega.-hydroxy- (90 mol EO average molar ratio), copolymer with poly-2-oxepanone.

Allowed with restrictions

EU Cosmetics Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009, Annex III/186.

Annex III/186: 0.1%

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Frequently asked questions

What is PEG-90/Polyepsilon Caprolactone used for in cosmetics?

PEG-90/Polyepsilon Caprolactone is used in cosmetic products as surfactant, emulsifying, humectant and surfactant, cleansing. Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl), .alpha.-hydro-.omega.-hydroxy- (90 mol EO average molar ratio), copolymer with poly-2-oxepanone.

Is PEG-90/Polyepsilon Caprolactone restricted in cosmetics in the EU?

PEG-90/Polyepsilon Caprolactone is listed in the annexes of EU Cosmetics Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009: Annex III/186 (allowed with restrictions). Annex III/186: 0.1% Always check the full annex entry for the conditions of use.