Is Dimethyl Octynediol safe in cosmetics?
Dimethyl Octynediol has a safety rating of "MODERATE" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: permitted.
Moderate
Cosmetic Ingredient
Dimethyl Octynediol
INCI: DIMETHYL OCTYNEDIOL
Dimethyl Octynediol (CAS 1321-87-5 (also reported as 78-66-0 for single isomer)) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Wetting agent, emulsifier, solvent (Surfynol-type acetylenic diol). EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: permitted. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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CAS Number
1321-87-5 (also reported as 78-66-0 for single isomer)
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Function
Wetting agent, emulsifier, solvent (Surfynol-type acetylenic diol)
Safety Rating
MODERATE
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
Permitted — no specific CFR restriction
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Dimethyl Octynediol.
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Expert Verdict
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dimethyl Octynediol allowed in the EU?
Dimethyl Octynediol EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Dimethyl Octynediol do in cosmetics?
Dimethyl Octynediol functions as: Wetting agent, emulsifier, solvent (Surfynol-type acetylenic diol). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 1321-87-5 (also reported as 78-66-0 for single isomer).
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