Trimethyl-1,3-Pentanediol
A cosmetic ingredient used as solvent in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
1,3-Pentanediol, 2,2,4-Trimethyl-
What does it do?
Trimethyl-1,3-Pentanediol 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
Trimethyl-1,3-Pentanediol 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 Trimethyl-1,3-Pentanediol?
Trimethyl-1,3-Pentanediol is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 1,3-Pentanediol, 2,2,4-Trimethyl-
Is Trimethyl-1,3-Pentanediol allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Trimethyl-1,3-Pentanediol is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Trimethyl-1,3-Pentanediol do in cosmetic products?
Trimethyl-1,3-Pentanediol is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: solvent.
What is the CAS number of Trimethyl-1,3-Pentanediol?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Trimethyl-1,3-Pentanediol is 144-19-4.
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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