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Dipropylene Glycol

1,1'-oxydipropan-2-ol

Safety Notes

Often used as fragrance solvent and carrier; very low irritancy; well tolerated

Function & Common Use

Function

Solvent / Viscosity controlling

Category

Solvent / Carrier

Common In

Fragrances, lotions, hair products

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; EU limit reference: No

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 Dipropylene Glycol safe to use in skincare?

Dipropylene Glycol has a Low concern rating from The Clean Sheet. Often used as fragrance solvent and carrier; very low irritancy; well tolerated

Is Dipropylene Glycol allowed in India?

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

What is Dipropylene Glycol used for in cosmetics?

Dipropylene Glycol functions as: Solvent / Viscosity controlling. It is commonly found in: Fragrances, lotions, hair products.

TCS Assessment
Low Concern
Data Confidence
Medium
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

CAS110-98-5
EC203-821-4

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