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Antioxidant

DISTEARYL THIODIPROPIONATE

CAS 693-36-7
82

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

About

Distearyl thiodipropionate — a fatty-chain antioxidant that keeps oily phases fresh. Well tolerated and well reviewed.

Distearyl thiodipropionate (CAS 693-36-7) is the distearyl diester of thiodipropionic acid, used as a peroxide-decomposing secondary antioxidant in creams, lotions, and anhydrous formulations. The CIR expert panel reviewed the thiodipropionate family and concluded safe as used. Typical inclusion 0.005-0.1%. No significant sensitisation or irritation signals in cosmetic use. Evidence level high.

Function

ANTIOXIDANT

Skin benefits

  • Formulation antioxidant
  • Protects oils
  • Low irritation

Known concerns

  • Primarily a processing aid
  • Limited direct clinical data

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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