Moderate Cosmetic Ingredient

Avocado Oil Propylene Glycol Esters

INCI: AVOCADO OIL PROPYLENE GLYCOL ESTERS

CAS Number
Not assigned (complex transesterification mixture)
Function
Skin conditioning, skin conditioning-emollient, surfactant (cleansing), surfactant (emulsifying)
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Allowed - no restrictions

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
low
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

Propylene glycol component may cause contact dermatitis in sensitized individuals (propylene glycol is a known sensitizer at concentrations >2% in some subjects); patch testing recommended for leave-on products. Transesterification product of avocado oil triglycerides with propylene glycol (1,2-propanediol); multifunctional - acts as both active emollient and processing emulsifier; contributes to skin moisture balance

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Concern Level: Moderate

Regulatory Flags

plant-oil potential-allergen

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Avocado Oil Propylene Glycol Esters safe in cosmetics?

Propylene glycol component may cause contact dermatitis in sensitized individuals (propylene glycol is a known sensitizer at concentrations >2% in some subjects); patch testing recommended for leave-on products. Transesterification product of avocado oil triglycerides with propylene glycol (1,2-propanediol); multifunctional - acts as both active emollient and processing emulsifier; contributes to skin moisture balance The EU classifies Avocado Oil Propylene Glycol Esters as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Avocado Oil Propylene Glycol Esters allowed in the EU?

Avocado Oil Propylene Glycol Esters EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Avocado Oil Propylene Glycol Esters do in cosmetics?

Avocado Oil Propylene Glycol Esters functions as: Skin conditioning, skin conditioning-emollient, surfactant (cleansing), surfactant (emulsifying). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not assigned (complex transesterification mixture).

What is the Margin of Safety for Avocado Oil Propylene Glycol Esters?

not established The Margin of Safety (MoS) is calculated using SCCS methodology. A MoS above 100 is generally considered safe. Use the MoS Calculator tool to calculate MoS for your specific formulation and product category.

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