Propylene Glycol Diisostearate
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning - emollient in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
1-Methyl-1,2-ethanediyl diisooctadecanoate
What does it do?
Propylene Glycol Diisostearate 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 Diisostearate 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 Diisostearate?
Propylene Glycol Diisostearate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 1-Methyl-1,2-ethanediyl diisooctadecanoate
Is Propylene Glycol Diisostearate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Propylene Glycol Diisostearate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Propylene Glycol Diisostearate do in cosmetic products?
Propylene Glycol Diisostearate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning - emollient.
What is the CAS number of Propylene Glycol Diisostearate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Propylene Glycol Diisostearate is 68958-54-3.
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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