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Isopropyl Alcohol

Propan-2-ol

Safety Notes

Drying; neurotoxic at high inhalation; not recommended in baby or child products

Function & Common Use

Function

Solvent / Viscosity controlling

Category

Solvent / Carrier

Common In

Nail polish remover, toners, antiperspirants

Origin

Synthetic

Concentration Limits

India (CDSCO)

No limit

EU Cosmetics Reg.

No limit

Baby restriction: Avoid in baby products

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Isopropyl Alcohol safe to use in skincare?

Isopropyl Alcohol has a Low concern rating from The Clean Sheet. Drying; neurotoxic at high inhalation; not recommended in baby or child products

Is Isopropyl Alcohol allowed in India?

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

What is Isopropyl Alcohol used for in cosmetics?

Isopropyl Alcohol functions as: Solvent / Viscosity controlling. It is commonly found in: Nail polish remover, toners, antiperspirants.

Is Isopropyl Alcohol safe for babies?

Isopropyl Alcohol has baby/child restrictions: Avoid in baby products. Avoid using products containing this ingredient on infants unless specifically formulated and labelled for baby use.

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

CAS67-63-0
EC200-661-7

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