Safety Notes
Diester plasticiser; used in nail polishes as plasticiser; emollient; well-tolerated; used in some hair colour as conditioning emollient
Function & Common Use
Function
Emollient / Plasticiser
Category
Emollient
Common In
Nail lacquers makeup emollient
Origin
Synthetic
Concentration Limits
India (CDSCO)
No limit
EU Cosmetics Reg.
No limit
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.
TCS Assessment
Low Concern
Based on peer-reviewed safety data, regulatory status, and expert review by The Clean Sheet panel.
Regulatory Status
India (CDSCO)
Permitted
EU
Permitted
US FDA
Permitted
Korea (MFDS)
Permitted
Identifiers
CAS109-43-3
EC203-672-5
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