Dipropylene Glycol Dimethyl Ether
A cosmetic ingredient used as solvent in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Propane, oxybis(methoxy-
What does it do?
Dipropylene Glycol Dimethyl Ether 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
Dipropylene Glycol Dimethyl Ether 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 Dipropylene Glycol Dimethyl Ether?
Dipropylene Glycol Dimethyl Ether is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Propane, oxybis(methoxy-
Is Dipropylene Glycol Dimethyl Ether allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Dipropylene Glycol Dimethyl Ether is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Dipropylene Glycol Dimethyl Ether do in cosmetic products?
Dipropylene Glycol Dimethyl Ether is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: solvent.
What is the CAS number of Dipropylene Glycol Dimethyl Ether?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Dipropylene Glycol Dimethyl Ether is 111109-77-4.
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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