1,2-Diethoxyethane

25

Avoid

CAS Number: 629-14-1

About 1,2-Diethoxyethane

1,2-diethoxyethane is a cosmetic ingredient. Exercise caution due to limited available safety data.

Detailed Analysis

1,2-Diethoxyethane (ethylene glycol diethyl ether) is a glycol ether solvent classified as a CMR Category 2 substance under EU CLP regulation. It carries H360 (reproductive toxicant), H319 (eye irritant), and H225 (highly flammable) hazard statements. This compound is subject to EU restriction under REACH Annex XVII and is not permitted in cosmetic products at levels ≥0.1%.

Known Concerns

  • ⚠ Reproductive toxicant Category 2 (H360)
  • ⚠ Highly flammable (H225)
  • ⚠ Eye irritant (H319)
  • ⚠ EU REACH Annex XVII restriction
  • ⚠ CMR Category 2 substance

Safety Score

25

Avoid

Based on EU regulatory data, published safety research, and ingredient function analysis.

References

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