Moderate Cosmetic Ingredient NOAEL Data GHS Classified

Diethylene Glycol Dibenzoate

INCI: DIETHYLENE GLYCOL DIBENZOATE

CAS Number
120-55-8
Function
Plasticizer, solvent, perfume stabilizer
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted — TSCA listed; FDA-listed as indirect food contact substance; no 21 CFR cosmetic prohibition

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Safety Data

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

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Toxicological Studies

3 study endpoints found for Diethylene Glycol Dibenzoate. NOAEL (No Observed Adverse Effect Level) values are used to calculate the Margin of Safety per SCCS methodology.

Endpoint Value Route Species Study Type Source
NOAEL 0.20000000298 % oral rat Subchronic COSMOS_DB
LOAEL 1 % oral rat Subchronic COSMOS_DB
NOAEL 414 mg/kg bw/day oral dog Subchronic COSMOS_DB

GHS Hazard Classification

Globally Harmonized System classification per ECHA C&L inventory and ILO/WHO International Chemical Safety Cards.

Short-term Exposure Effects
The substance is mildly irritating to the eyes and skin.
Routes of Exposure
The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation.

Expert Verdict

GHS H320: causes eye irritation; oral toxicity studies in rats showed convulsions and liver changes; critical: must verify free diethylene glycol (DEG) content <0.1% per EU guidance; primarily used as industrial plasticizer—CPSR assessor must justify cosmetic necessity; WGK Germany: 2 (water hazard class)

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Concern Level: Moderate

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Diethylene Glycol Dibenzoate safe in cosmetics?

GHS H320: causes eye irritation; oral toxicity studies in rats showed convulsions and liver changes; critical: must verify free diethylene glycol (DEG) content <0.1% per EU guidance; primarily used as industrial plasticizer—CPSR assessor must justify cosmetic necessity; WGK Germany: 2 (water hazard class) The EU classifies Diethylene Glycol Dibenzoate as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE. 3 toxicological study endpoint(s) are available in our database.

Is Diethylene Glycol Dibenzoate allowed in the EU?

Diethylene Glycol Dibenzoate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Diethylene Glycol Dibenzoate do in cosmetics?

Diethylene Glycol Dibenzoate functions as: Plasticizer, solvent, perfume stabilizer. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 120-55-8.

What is the Margin of Safety for Diethylene Glycol Dibenzoate?

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.

What is the NOAEL for Diethylene Glycol Dibenzoate?

The NOAEL (No Observed Adverse Effect Level) for Diethylene Glycol Dibenzoate is 0.20000000298 % based on a Subchronic study via oral route in rat. A total of 3 study endpoints are available. Source: COSMOS_DB.

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