Allowed in EU

Diethoxydiglycol

A cosmetic ingredient used as solvent in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

What is it?

Diethylene Glycol Diethyl Ether

What does it do?

Diethoxydiglycol is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Solvent

    dissolves other ingredients into a uniform liquid phase

EU regulatory status

Diethoxydiglycol is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the European Union under Regulation 1223/2009. It is not subject to a specific Annex restriction at the time of writing.

Frequently asked questions

What is Diethoxydiglycol?

Diethoxydiglycol is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Diethylene Glycol Diethyl Ether

Is Diethoxydiglycol allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Diethoxydiglycol is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Diethoxydiglycol do in cosmetic products?

Diethoxydiglycol is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: solvent.

What is the CAS number of Diethoxydiglycol?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Diethoxydiglycol is 112-36-7.

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Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 15/10/2010