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Decyl Glucoside

Decyl glucoside

Safety Notes

Very mild nonionic surfactant; excellent tolerance; COSMOS-permitted; APG (alkyl polyglucoside) class; no ethylene oxide in synthesis (unlike SLES); suitable for baby and sensitive skin

Function & Common Use

Function

Surfactant (Nonionic) / Cleansing

Concentration Limits

India (CDSCO)

No limit

EU Cosmetics Reg.

No limit

US FDA (21 CFR)

No specific 21 CFR cosmetic limit identified in source checked

Korea (MFDS)

No specific MFDS limit identified in source checked; verify if ingredient is used in a Korean functional cosmetic category

Format restriction: Rinse-off

Pregnancy: No specific restriction identified in source checked; standard cosmetic use

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Decyl Glucoside safe to use in skincare?

Decyl Glucoside has a Low concern rating from The Clean Sheet. Very mild nonionic surfactant; excellent tolerance; COSMOS-permitted; APG (alkyl polyglucoside) class; no ethylene oxide in synthesis (unlike SLES); suitable for baby and sensitive skin

Is Decyl Glucoside allowed in India?

Decyl Glucoside is currently classified as "Permitted" under Indian cosmetics regulations. No concentration limit is specified for India.

What is Decyl Glucoside used for in cosmetics?

Decyl Glucoside functions as: Surfactant (Nonionic) / Cleansing. It is commonly found in: Baby care cleansers sensitive skin cleansers natural products.

TCS Assessment

Low Concern

Data Confidence

High

Based on peer-reviewed safety data, regulatory status, and expert review by The Clean Sheet panel.