Dimethyl Phthalate
A cosmetic ingredient used as film forming, fragrance, plasticiser in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Dimethyl phthalate
What does it do?
Dimethyl Phthalate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Film forming
forms a thin continuous film on skin, hair, or nails — used in long-wear makeup, sunscreens, and hairsprays
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Fragrance
provides scent or masks the natural odour of other ingredients
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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
Dimethyl Phthalate 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 Dimethyl Phthalate?
Dimethyl Phthalate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Dimethyl phthalate
Is Dimethyl Phthalate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Dimethyl Phthalate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Dimethyl Phthalate do in cosmetic products?
Dimethyl Phthalate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: film forming, fragrance, plasticiser, solvent.
What is the CAS number of Dimethyl Phthalate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Dimethyl Phthalate is 131-11-3.
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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