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Emollient

PROPYLENE GLYCOL DIHEPTANOATE

CAS 56519-68-7 Updated
72

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A propylene glycol diester of heptanoic acid used as a light emollient. Related propylene glycol esters are CIR-reviewed as safe; this exact ester lacks individual review.

Function

ANTICAKINGSKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENTFILM FORMINGSKIN CONDITIONINGSOLVENTVISCOSITY CONTROLLING

Skin benefits

  • Light emollient and skin-conditioning ester
  • Mild non-greasy feel
  • Improves spreadability

Known concerns

  • Diheptanoate not specifically reviewed by CIR
  • Propylene glycol component can sting on broken skin
  • Possible mild irritation in sensitised users

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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