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Ethoxydiglycol

2-(2-Ethoxyethoxy)ethanol

Safety Notes

Penetration enhancer; good solubiliser for actives; low irritancy at typical levels

Function & Common Use

Function

Solvent / Viscosity controlling

Category

Solvent / Carrier

Common In

Serums, creams, 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 Ethoxydiglycol safe to use in skincare?

Ethoxydiglycol has a Low concern rating from The Clean Sheet. Penetration enhancer; good solubiliser for actives; low irritancy at typical levels

Is Ethoxydiglycol allowed in India?

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

What is Ethoxydiglycol used for in cosmetics?

Ethoxydiglycol functions as: Solvent / Viscosity controlling. It is commonly found in: Serums, creams, 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

CAS111-90-0
EC203-919-7

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