Moderate Cosmetic Ingredient NOAEL Data GHS Classified

Thiodiglycol

INCI: THIODIGLYCOL (2,2โ€ฒ-THIODIETHANOL)

CAS Number
111-48-8
Function
Antioxidant, Solvent
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status restricted
US Notes Not specifically restricted for cosmetics; CWC Schedule 2 substance requires DEA reporting for procurement

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
moderate
Sensitization
low

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Toxicological Studies

3 study endpoints found for Thiodiglycol. 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 1000 mg/kg bw/day oral rat oral REACH
NOAEL 500 mg/kg bw/day oral rat oral REACH
LOAEL 5000 mg/kg bw/day oral rat oral REACH

GHS Hazard Classification

Globally Harmonized System classification per ECHA C&L inventory and ILO/WHO International Chemical Safety Cards.

Short-term Exposure Effects
The substance is mildly irritating to the eyes and respiratory tract.

Expert Verdict

CWC Schedule 2 precursor (mustard gas precursor) โ€“ procurement, storage, and reporting obligations; verify supply chain compliance

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Concern Level: Moderate

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Thiodiglycol safe in cosmetics?

CWC Schedule 2 precursor (mustard gas precursor) โ€“ procurement, storage, and reporting obligations; verify supply chain compliance The EU classifies Thiodiglycol as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE. 3 toxicological study endpoint(s) are available in our database.

Is Thiodiglycol allowed in the EU?

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

What does Thiodiglycol do in cosmetics?

Thiodiglycol functions as: Antioxidant, Solvent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 111-48-8.

What is the Margin of Safety for Thiodiglycol?

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 Thiodiglycol?

The NOAEL (No Observed Adverse Effect Level) for Thiodiglycol is 1000 mg/kg bw/day based on a oral study via oral route in rat. A total of 3 study endpoints are available. Source: REACH.

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