Diisobutyl Oxalate
A cosmetic ingredient used as chelating, plasticiser, solvent in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Di-sec-butyl oxalate
What does it do?
Diisobutyl Oxalate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Chelating
binds metal ions to prevent them from interfering with formulation stability
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Plasticiser
adds flexibility to film-forming polymers, e.g. in nail polish or mascara
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Solvent
dissolves other ingredients into a uniform liquid phase
EU regulatory status
This ingredient is restricted in the European Union.
Diisobutyl Oxalate is listed under Annex III of EU Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009 (entry 3). It is permitted only under specific conditions, concentration limits, or in particular product types.
Frequently asked questions
What is Diisobutyl Oxalate?
Diisobutyl Oxalate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Di-sec-butyl oxalate
Is Diisobutyl Oxalate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Only with restrictions. Diisobutyl Oxalate is permitted in EU cosmetics only under specific conditions defined in Annex III of Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Diisobutyl Oxalate do in cosmetic products?
Diisobutyl Oxalate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: chelating, plasticiser, solvent.
What is the CAS number of Diisobutyl Oxalate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Diisobutyl Oxalate is 13784-89-9.
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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