Diester plasticiser; used in nail polishes as plasticiser; emollient; well-tolerated; used in some hair colour as conditioning emollient
Function & Common Use
Emollient / Plasticiser
Emollient
Nail lacquers makeup emollient
Synthetic
Concentration Limits
No limit
No limit
No specific 21 CFR cosmetic limit identified in source checked
No specific MFDS limit identified in source checked; verify if ingredient is used in a Korean functional cosmetic category
Pregnancy: No specific restriction identified in source checked; standard cosmetic use
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dibutyl Sebacate safe to use in skincare?
Dibutyl Sebacate has a Low concern rating from The Clean Sheet. Diester plasticiser; used in nail polishes as plasticiser; emollient; well-tolerated; used in some hair colour as conditioning emollient
Is Dibutyl Sebacate allowed in India?
Dibutyl Sebacate is currently classified as "Permitted" under Indian cosmetics regulations. No concentration limit is specified for India.
What is Dibutyl Sebacate used for in cosmetics?
Dibutyl Sebacate functions as: Emollient / Plasticiser. It is commonly found in: Nail lacquers makeup emollient.
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