Octyl Polystyrene Oxide/PEG-10 Copolymer
Octyl Polystyrene Oxide/PEG-10 Copolymer
Synthetic copolymer derived from the combination of polystyrene oxide and polyethylene glycol. Used in hair care cosmetics for its antistatic and chelating properties, it helps reduce static electricity and sequester unwanted minerals in formulations.
Hair conditioningAntistatic
Ingredient
Roles & functions
Hair conditioning — Improves the appearance, softness and manageability of the hair.
Antistatic — Reduces static electricity, particularly on the hair.
Chelating — Binds metal ions to stabilise the formula.
Regulatory framework
What the authorities say
| Authority | Status |
|---|---|
| Commission européenne (CosIng, Règl. 1223/2009) | Autorisé |
| CLP classification (Reg. 1272/2008) | No CMR classification |
| ECHA — endocrine disruptor (human health) | Not identified as an endocrine disruptor |
| ECHA — Candidate List (SVHC, REACH Art. 59) | Not on the Candidate List (SVHC) |
| European Commission (Reg. 1223/2009, Annex III) | No cosmetic allergen subject to mandatory labelling |
| European Commission (EU catalogue of nanomaterials, Reg. 1223/2009) | No referenced nanoform |
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