DIETHYLHEXYL 2,6-NAPHTHALATE
DIETHYLHEXYL 2,6-NAPHTHALATE
Synthetic ingredient used in cosmetics as an emollient and solvent. It also acts as a UV filter in skincare formulations.
Skin conditioningEmollient
Ingredient
Roles & functions
Skin conditioning — Keeps the skin in good condition and protects it; improves its comfort.
Emollient — Softens and smooths the skin while limiting water loss.
Solvent — Dissolves other ingredients to incorporate them into the formula.
UV filter — Filters part of the UV radiation.
Regulatory framework
What the authorities say
| Authority | Status |
|---|---|
| Commission européenne (CosIng, Règl. 1223/2009) | Autorisé |
| Classification CLP (Règl. 1272/2008) | No CMR classification |
| ECHA — perturbateur endocrinien (santé humaine) | Not identified as an endocrine disruptor |
| ECHA — Liste des substances candidates (SVHC, REACH Art. 59) | Not on the Candidate List (SVHC) |
| Commission européenne (Règl. 1223/2009, Annexe III) | No cosmetic allergen subject to mandatory labelling |
| Commission européenne (Catalogue UE des nanomatériaux, Règl. 1223/2009) | No referenced nanoform |
Products
Products containing it
Statistics
In Lou’s database
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product listed
| Most frequent categories | Anti-âge |
| Most frequent brands | Roc |
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