Diethylene Glycol Dibenzoate
A cosmetic ingredient used as hair conditioning, plasticiser, skin conditioning - emollient in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Oxydiethylene dibenzoate
What does it do?
Diethylene Glycol Dibenzoate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Hair conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and manageability of hair
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Plasticiser
adds flexibility to film-forming polymers, e.g. in nail polish or mascara
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Skin conditioning - emollient
softens the skin by reducing roughness and friction between skin cells
EU regulatory status
Diethylene Glycol Dibenzoate 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 Diethylene Glycol Dibenzoate?
Diethylene Glycol Dibenzoate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Oxydiethylene dibenzoate
Is Diethylene Glycol Dibenzoate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Diethylene Glycol Dibenzoate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Diethylene Glycol Dibenzoate do in cosmetic products?
Diethylene Glycol Dibenzoate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: hair conditioning, plasticiser, skin conditioning - emollient.
What is the CAS number of Diethylene Glycol Dibenzoate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Diethylene Glycol Dibenzoate is 120-55-8.
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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