Allowed in EU

Diphenyl Methane

A cosmetic ingredient used as fragrance, solvent in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

What is it?

Diphenylmethane

What does it do?

Diphenyl Methane is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

Fragrance
provides scent or masks the natural odour of other ingredients
Solvent
dissolves other ingredients into a uniform liquid phase

EU regulatory status

Diphenyl Methane 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 Diphenyl Methane?

Diphenyl Methane is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Diphenylmethane

Is Diphenyl Methane allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Diphenyl Methane is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Diphenyl Methane do in cosmetic products?

Diphenyl Methane is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: fragrance, solvent.

What is the CAS number of Diphenyl Methane?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Diphenyl Methane is 101-81-5.

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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