Ppg-11-stearyl ether (inci)

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

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CAS number: 25231-21-4 (generic); POP (11) stearyl ether; PPG (11) stearyl ether

Definition
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PPG- is the acronym for "polypropylene glycol", the polymer of propylene glycol (1,2-propanediol), a dihydric alcohol. The number after "PPG" indicates the average number of propylene glycol molecular units, for "PPG-9" this is 9 propylene glycol molecular units. "stearyl ether" refers to an ether (ether) compound of stearyl alcohol.

PPG-11-stearyl ether is used in cosmetic formulations. The substance mixture acts as an emollient (makes the skin smooth and supple).

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020