Ethylhexylglycerin
✓ EU AllowedIdentification
CAS Number 70445-33-9
EINECS / EC 408-080-2
CosIng Ref 33896
Chemical Name 1,2-Propanediol, 3-(2-ethylhexyloxy)
Formula C11H24O3
Mol. Weight 204.31 g/mol
Function & Classification
Primary Function Preservative
Secondary Functions Antimicrobial
Origin Synthetic
Category Preservatives
Manufacturer Inolex Inc.
EU Regulatory Status
Restrictions No Annex V restriction. Commonly used as preservative booster. Allowed.
Safety Profile
2 / 10
Comedogenic Rating: 0/5
Will not clog pores — safe for acne-prone skin
Skin Type Compatibility
Acne-Prone ✓ Safe
Fungal Acne Safe ✓ Safe
Toxicology Profile
NOAEL 1000 mg/kg bw/day (oral, rat, 28-day) Schulke & Mayr GmbH internal study. EU REACH dossier CAS 70445-33-9.
Sensitization Non-sensitizer
Genotoxicity Non-genotoxic
Phototoxicity Non-phototoxic
Dermal Absorption 50%
LD₅₀ Oral 1413 mg/kg (rat)
LD₅₀ Dermal >2000 mg/kg (rabbit)
Skin Irritation (Draize) 0.5 / 4.0
Eye Irritation (Draize) 1.0 / 4.0
Formulation Guidelines
Usage Level 0.1% – 2%
Benefits Preservative booster; antimicrobial; skin conditioning; deodorant
Suppliers & Documents
Inolex Inc. 🌍 USA
Documents