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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Pelargonic acid (nonanoic acid) is a skin irritant at high concentrations — formulation pH and concentration matter. Synthetic/plant origin . CIR review (2017) did not reach a final conclusion for the broader group.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Propanediol Dipelargonate safe in cosmetics?
Pelargonic acid (nonanoic acid) is a skin irritant at high concentrations — formulation pH and concentration matter. Synthetic/plant origin . CIR review (2017) did not reach a final conclusion for the broader group. The EU classifies Propanediol Dipelargonate as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Propanediol Dipelargonate allowed in the EU?
Propanediol Dipelargonate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Propanediol Dipelargonate do in cosmetics?
Propanediol Dipelargonate functions as: Skin Conditioning, Skin Conditioning — Emollient. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 28267-33-6.
What is the Margin of Safety for Propanediol Dipelargonate?
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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