Propylene Glycol Diethylhexanoate
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning - emollient in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
1-Methylethylene 2-ethylhexanoate
What does it do?
Propylene Glycol Diethylhexanoate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Skin conditioning - emollient
softens the skin by reducing roughness and friction between skin cells
EU regulatory status
Propylene Glycol Diethylhexanoate 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 Propylene Glycol Diethylhexanoate?
Propylene Glycol Diethylhexanoate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 1-Methylethylene 2-ethylhexanoate
Is Propylene Glycol Diethylhexanoate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Propylene Glycol Diethylhexanoate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Propylene Glycol Diethylhexanoate do in cosmetic products?
Propylene Glycol Diethylhexanoate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning - emollient.
What is the CAS number of Propylene Glycol Diethylhexanoate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Propylene Glycol Diethylhexanoate is 93981-97-6.
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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