Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Very limited ingredient-specific data in public literature; functionally similar to dipropylene glycol — confirm supplier purity specs and residual monomer content.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Polypropanediol-2 safe in cosmetics?
Very limited ingredient-specific data in public literature; functionally similar to dipropylene glycol — confirm supplier purity specs and residual monomer content. The EU classifies Polypropanediol-2 as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Polypropanediol-2 allowed in the EU?
Polypropanediol-2 EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Polypropanediol-2 do in cosmetics?
Polypropanediol-2 functions as: Solvent, humectant (polymer of 2 units of propanediol — smallest in the polypropanediol series). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not confirmed in available databases — likely assigned but not widely published.
What is the Margin of Safety for Polypropanediol-2?
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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