Diisooctyl Succinate

INCI: DIISOCETYL DODECANEDIOATE

CAS Number
Verify via CosIng — listed in COSMILE Europe database
Function
Emollient, slip agent; palm-free, hydrolytically stable
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted; likely covered under CIR alkyl esters group assessment

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
low
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

Limited standalone toxicology data; relies on structural read-across from CIR-reviewed succinates and alkyl esters; palm-free sourcing supports COSMOS compliance.

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Concern Level: Low

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Diisooctyl Succinate safe in cosmetics?

Limited standalone toxicology data; relies on structural read-across from CIR-reviewed succinates and alkyl esters; palm-free sourcing supports COSMOS compliance. The EU classifies Diisooctyl Succinate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Diisooctyl Succinate allowed in the EU?

Diisooctyl Succinate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Diisooctyl Succinate do in cosmetics?

Diisooctyl Succinate functions as: Emollient, slip agent; palm-free, hydrolytically stable. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Verify via CosIng — listed in COSMILE Europe database.

What is the Margin of Safety for Diisooctyl Succinate?

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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