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Diisopropyl Adipate

DIPA

Safety Notes

Low viscosity emollient; solvent for pigments and waxes; non-greasy; used in makeup formulations

Function & Common Use

Function

Emollient / Solvent

Category

Emollient

Common In

Lightweight emollient lipsticks nail care

Origin

Synthetic

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Diisopropyl Adipate safe to use in skincare?

Diisopropyl Adipate has a Low concern rating from The Clean Sheet. Low viscosity emollient; solvent for pigments and waxes; non-greasy; used in makeup formulations

Is Diisopropyl Adipate allowed in India?

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

What is Diisopropyl Adipate used for in cosmetics?

Diisopropyl Adipate functions as: Emollient / Solvent. It is commonly found in: Lightweight emollient lipsticks nail care.

TCS Assessment
Low Concern
Data Confidence
High
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
Australia (TGA)
Cosmetic ingredient; standard TGA cosmetic framework applies; no therapeutic goods listing required unless therapeutic claims are made
Canada (NHPID)
Not specifically listed as restricted cosmetic ingredient in NHPID source checked; standard Health Canada cosmetic notification applies

Identifiers

CAS6938-94-9
EC230-060-0

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