Dimethyldibenzylidene Sorbitol
INCI: DIMETHYLDIBENZYLIDENE SORBITOL
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Toxicological Studies
2 study endpoints found for Dimethyldibenzylidene Sorbitol. NOAEL (No Observed Adverse Effect Level) values are used to calculate the Margin of Safety per SCCS methodology.
| Endpoint | Value | Route | Species | Study Type | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NOAEL | 2000 ppm | oral | rat | Subchronic | COSMOS_DB |
| LOAEL | 6500 ppm | oral | rat | Subchronic | COSMOS_DB |
Expert Verdict
Not classified as acutely toxic, irritant, sensitizer, mutagenic, or carcinogenic. Inhalation of powder form should be avoided (standard PPE recommendation). Minimal cosmetic-specific published data beyond SDS.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dimethyldibenzylidene Sorbitol safe in cosmetics?
Not classified as acutely toxic, irritant, sensitizer, mutagenic, or carcinogenic. Inhalation of powder form should be avoided (standard PPE recommendation). Minimal cosmetic-specific published data beyond SDS. The EU classifies Dimethyldibenzylidene Sorbitol as "prohibited". Safety rating: GOOD. 2 toxicological study endpoint(s) are available in our database.
Is Dimethyldibenzylidene Sorbitol allowed in the EU?
Dimethyldibenzylidene Sorbitol EU regulatory status: prohibited. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Dimethyldibenzylidene Sorbitol do in cosmetics?
Dimethyldibenzylidene Sorbitol functions as: Viscosity controlling agent (gelling/structuring agent). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 135861-56-2.
What is the Margin of Safety for Dimethyldibenzylidene Sorbitol?
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.
What is the NOAEL for Dimethyldibenzylidene Sorbitol?
The NOAEL (No Observed Adverse Effect Level) for Dimethyldibenzylidene Sorbitol is 2000 ppm based on a Subchronic study via oral route in rat. A total of 2 study endpoints are available. Source: COSMOS_DB.
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