Good Cosmetic Ingredient GHS Classified

Diisopropanolamine

INCI: DIISOPROPANOLAMINE

CAS Number
110-97-4
Function
pH adjuster / buffering agent
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted โ€” CIR safe as used (1987, reaffirmed 2006); must not be used with N-nitrosating agents

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Safety Data

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

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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 corrosive to the eyes, skin and respiratory tract. Inhalation of the aerosol may cause lung oedema. See Notes. The effects may be delayed. Medical observation is indicated.
Routes of Exposure
The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation of its aerosol, through the skin and by ingestion.

Expert Verdict

Secondary alkanolamine with risk of nitrosamine formation if used with N-nitrosating agents; declining use in formulations; subchronic oral NOAEL 100โ€“500 mg/kg bw/d.

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Concern Level: Low

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Diisopropanolamine safe in cosmetics?

Secondary alkanolamine with risk of nitrosamine formation if used with N-nitrosating agents; declining use in formulations; subchronic oral NOAEL 100โ€“500 mg/kg bw/d. The EU classifies Diisopropanolamine as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Diisopropanolamine allowed in the EU?

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

What does Diisopropanolamine do in cosmetics?

Diisopropanolamine functions as: pH adjuster / buffering agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 110-97-4.

What is the Margin of Safety for Diisopropanolamine?

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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