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Preservative

1,2-HEPTANEDIOL

CAS 3710-31-4
62

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

A diol used as a preservative booster and humectant. Raw chemical is irritating, but at the low percentages in finished cosmetics it is well-tolerated and effective.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING - MISCELLANEOUS

Skin benefits

  • Multifunctional preservative booster
  • Humectant
  • Mild antimicrobial activity

Known concerns

  • Causes serious eye damage in raw form (H318)
  • Skin irritation in raw form (H315)
  • Diluted to safe levels in finished cosmetics

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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