Ethoxydiglycol

Ethoxydiglycol

INCI ETHOXYDIGLYCOLEC number 203-919-7Role Perfuming

Ethoxydiglycol is a synthetic ingredient obtained through chemical synthesis. It fulfills several roles in cosmetic formulations: it acts as a solvent, a humectant to retain moisture, and contributes to the diffusion of fragrances.

PerfumingHumectantRestricted use
Ingredient

Roles & functions

Perfuming — Adds a scent to the product or masks the odour of raw materials.

Humectant — Attracts and retains water to help maintain hydration.

Solvent — Dissolves other ingredients to incorporate them into the formula.

Regulatory framework

What the authorities say

AuthorityStatus
Commission européenne (CosIng, Règl. 1223/2009)Autorisé sous conditions
CLP classification (Reg. 1272/2008)No CMR classification
ECHA — endocrine disruptor (human health)Not identified as an endocrine disruptor
ECHA — Candidate List (SVHC, REACH Art. 59)Not on the Candidate List (SVHC)
European Commission (Reg. 1223/2009, Annex III)No cosmetic allergen subject to mandatory labelling
European Commission (EU catalogue of nanomaterials, Reg. 1223/2009)No referenced nanoform
European Commission — Annex III (Reg. 1223/2009) — maj Fri, 07 Aug 2026 16:37:23 GMTPermitted subject to restrictions (Annex III) — max (a) 7% (b) 5% (c) 10% (d) 2,6% (e)2,6% in (a) Oxidative hair day products (b) Non-oxidative hair dye products (c) Rinse-off products other than hair dye products (d) Other non-spray cosmetic products (e) The following spray products: fine fragrances, hair sprays, antiperspirant and deodorant — (a) to (e): The level of ethylene glycol impurity in Ethoxydiglycol must be ≤ 0,1 %. Not to be used in eye products and oral products
Products

Products containing it

Statistics

In Lou’s database

33
products listed
Most frequent categoriesHair color · Self-tanner · Anti-aging · Face & body · Serums
Most frequent brandsHerbatint · Bondi Sands · Idc · Somatoline Cosmetic · SVR
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