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Skin Conditioning

GLYCOL DIPIVALATE

CAS 20267-20-3 Updated
72

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A diester of ethylene glycol with pivalic acid (2,2-dimethylpropanoic). Used as a light skin conditioner and solvent. Likely low-risk as a small ester, but with a thin public safety dossier.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Light skin-conditioning ester
  • Imparts a dry, silky finish
  • Solvent for fragrance and actives
  • Stable to oxidation thanks to neopentyl structure

Known concerns

  • Limited public toxicology data
  • Pivalate esters less common in modern cosmetics
  • Niche use makes consumer exposure low but data thinner

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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