Diethylhexyl 2,6-Naphthalate

INCI: DIETHYLHEXYL 2,6-NAPHTHALATE

CAS Number
127474-91-3
Function
Emollient, UV photostabilizer, solvent
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Not listed in 21 CFR 700 prohibited or restricted substances; FDA permits use

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Limited published toxicological data; safety assessment relies on supplier documentation with no established margin of safety.

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Concern Level: Low

Regulatory Flags

ifra_fragrance

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Diethylhexyl 2,6-Naphthalate safe in cosmetics?

Limited published toxicological data; safety assessment relies on supplier documentation with no established margin of safety. The EU classifies Diethylhexyl 2,6-Naphthalate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Diethylhexyl 2,6-Naphthalate allowed in the EU?

Diethylhexyl 2,6-Naphthalate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Diethylhexyl 2,6-Naphthalate do in cosmetics?

Diethylhexyl 2,6-Naphthalate functions as: Emollient, UV photostabilizer, solvent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 127474-91-3.

What is the Margin of Safety for Diethylhexyl 2,6-Naphthalate?

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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