Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
May contain trace diethylene glycol as a possible impurity; penetration enhancement caution applies
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Propylene Glycol Diethylhexanoate safe in cosmetics?
May contain trace diethylene glycol as a possible impurity; penetration enhancement caution applies The EU classifies Propylene Glycol Diethylhexanoate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Propylene Glycol Diethylhexanoate allowed in the EU?
Propylene Glycol Diethylhexanoate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Propylene Glycol Diethylhexanoate do in cosmetics?
Propylene Glycol Diethylhexanoate functions as: Emollient; solubilizer; skin-conditioning agent (occlusive). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 93981-97-6.
What is the Margin of Safety for Propylene Glycol Diethylhexanoate?
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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