What is it?
2,2'-Oxydiethanol; DEG
What does it do?
Diethylene Glycol is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Fragrance
provides scent or masks the natural odour of other ingredients
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Perfuming
adds scent to a cosmetic product
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Solvent
dissolves other ingredients into a uniform liquid phase
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Viscosity controlling
adjusts the thickness or flow of a formulation
EU regulatory status
This ingredient is banned in the European Union.
Diethylene Glycol is listed under Annex II of EU Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009 (entry 1370III), making it prohibited in cosmetic products placed on the EU market.
Classification: /186
Frequently asked questions
What is Diethylene Glycol?
Diethylene Glycol is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 2,2'-Oxydiethanol; DEG
Is Diethylene Glycol allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
No. Diethylene Glycol is banned for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Annex II of Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Diethylene Glycol do in cosmetic products?
Diethylene Glycol is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: fragrance, perfuming, solvent, viscosity controlling.
What is the CAS number of Diethylene Glycol?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Diethylene Glycol is 111-46-6.
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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