Propylene Glycol Dibenzoate
INCI: PROPYLENE GLYCOL DIBENZOATE
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Toxicological Studies
1 study endpoint found for Propylene Glycol Dibenzoate. 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 | 2541 mg/kg bw/day | oral | rat | Subchronic | COSMOS_DB |
Expert Verdict
⚠ Do NOT confuse with di(propylene glycol) dibenzoate (CAS 27138-31-4), which has reproductive toxicity (Cat. 2) and aspiration hazard flags . ⚠ Ensure cosmetic-grade purity — industrial plasticizer grades may contain impurities not acceptable for cosmetic use
Regulatory Flags
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Propylene Glycol Dibenzoate safe in cosmetics?
⚠ Do NOT confuse with di(propylene glycol) dibenzoate (CAS 27138-31-4), which has reproductive toxicity (Cat. 2) and aspiration hazard flags . ⚠ Ensure cosmetic-grade purity — industrial plasticizer grades may contain impurities not acceptable for cosmetic use The EU classifies Propylene Glycol Dibenzoate as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE. 1 toxicological study endpoint(s) are available in our database.
Is Propylene Glycol Dibenzoate allowed in the EU?
Propylene Glycol Dibenzoate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Propylene Glycol Dibenzoate do in cosmetics?
Propylene Glycol Dibenzoate functions as: Skin-conditioning agent; plasticizer; also used as a flavoring agent (JECFA-evaluated). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 19224-26-1.
What is the Margin of Safety for Propylene 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.
What is the NOAEL for Propylene Glycol Dibenzoate?
The NOAEL (No Observed Adverse Effect Level) for Propylene Glycol Dibenzoate is 2541 mg/kg bw/day based on a Subchronic study via oral route in rat. Source: COSMOS_DB.
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