Propylene Glycol Citrate

INCI: PROPYLENE GLYCOL CITRATE

CAS Number
85252-24-0
Function
Emollient; humectant (moisture-binding/preserving)
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Not specifically CIR-reviewed; citric acid and propylene glycol are both GRAS; the ester itself has no FDA restriction

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

⚠ pH-dependent stability — citric acid esters can hydrolyze in aqueous formulations, so stability testing is important. ⚠ No standalone CIR monograph — safety relies on read-across from components

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Concern Level: Low

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Propylene Glycol Citrate safe in cosmetics?

⚠ pH-dependent stability — citric acid esters can hydrolyze in aqueous formulations, so stability testing is important. ⚠ No standalone CIR monograph — safety relies on read-across from components The EU classifies Propylene Glycol Citrate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Propylene Glycol Citrate allowed in the EU?

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

What does Propylene Glycol Citrate do in cosmetics?

Propylene Glycol Citrate functions as: Emollient; humectant (moisture-binding/preserving). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 85252-24-0.

What is the Margin of Safety for Propylene Glycol Citrate?

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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