Dipropylene Glycol Dibenzoate

INCI: DIPROPYLENE GLYCOL DIBENZOATE

CAS Number
27138-31-4
Function
Emollient, Plasticizer, Solvent
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes No specific FDA cosmetic restriction; approved for use as emollient and plasticizer

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
moderate
Sensitization
none

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Expert Verdict

Benzoate ester of dipropylene glycol used as a silicone alternative emollient and eco-friendly plasticizer; provides lightweight non-greasy skin feel; stable across pH ranges; approved globally with low hazard profile; good choice for green formulations

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Concern Level: Low

Regulatory Flags

emollient silicone-alternative plasticizer green-formulation epa_safer_alternative

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dipropylene Glycol Dibenzoate safe in cosmetics?

Benzoate ester of dipropylene glycol used as a silicone alternative emollient and eco-friendly plasticizer; provides lightweight non-greasy skin feel; stable across pH ranges; approved globally with low hazard profile; good choice for green formulations The EU classifies Dipropylene Glycol Dibenzoate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Dipropylene Glycol Dibenzoate allowed in the EU?

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

What does Dipropylene Glycol Dibenzoate do in cosmetics?

Dipropylene Glycol Dibenzoate functions as: Emollient, Plasticizer, Solvent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 27138-31-4.

What is the Margin of Safety for Dipropylene Glycol Dibenzoate?

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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