Dimethoxydiglycol
A cosmetic ingredient used as solvent in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What does it do?
Dimethoxydiglycol is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Solvent
dissolves other ingredients into a uniform liquid phase
EU regulatory status
This ingredient is banned in the European Union.
Dimethoxydiglycol is listed under Annex II of EU Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009 (entry 676), making it prohibited in cosmetic products placed on the EU market.
Frequently asked questions
What is Dimethoxydiglycol?
Dimethoxydiglycol is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. A detailed chemical description is not currently available in the public dataset.
Is Dimethoxydiglycol allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
No. Dimethoxydiglycol is banned for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Annex II of Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Dimethoxydiglycol do in cosmetic products?
Dimethoxydiglycol is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: solvent.
What is the CAS number of Dimethoxydiglycol?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Dimethoxydiglycol is 111-96-6.
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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