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Expert Verdict
Excellent safety profile with negligible dermal penetration confirmed by OECD 428 human skin study, no genotoxicity in in vivo micronucleus assay, and CIR clearance at up to 7.5% in leave-on products. No EU restrictions.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Diethylhexyl Carbonate safe in cosmetics?
Excellent safety profile with negligible dermal penetration confirmed by OECD 428 human skin study, no genotoxicity in in vivo micronucleus assay, and CIR clearance at up to 7.5% in leave-on products. No EU restrictions. The EU classifies Diethylhexyl Carbonate as "permitted". Safety rating: EXCELLENT.
Is Diethylhexyl Carbonate allowed in the EU?
Diethylhexyl Carbonate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Diethylhexyl Carbonate do in cosmetics?
Diethylhexyl Carbonate functions as: Skin Conditioning, Emollient, Viscosity Controlling. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 14858-73-2.
What is the Margin of Safety for Diethylhexyl Carbonate?
adequate 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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