Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Skin and eye irritant with H315 and H319 classifications; harmful if swallowed (H302); may cause organ damage with prolonged exposure (H373); use in cosmetics should be kept low, typically below 1%.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dimethyl Octynediol safe in cosmetics?
Skin and eye irritant with H315 and H319 classifications; harmful if swallowed (H302); may cause organ damage with prolonged exposure (H373); use in cosmetics should be kept low, typically below 1%. The EU classifies Dimethyl Octynediol as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
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).
What is the Margin of Safety for Dimethyl Octynediol?
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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