Is propylene glycol diundecanoate safe for baby skin?

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• Is propylene glycol diundecanoate safe during pregnancy?
• Should I avoid propylene glycol diundecanoate during pregnancy?
• What are pregnancy-safe alternatives to propylene glycol diundecanoate?

Frequently asked questions

Is propylene glycol diundecanoate safe for baby skin?

No infant-specific hazard or mechanism data found. The chemical is a very lipophilic diester (estimated log P ~9.7, very low water solubility) suggesting low systemic absorption after topical use in adults; however, because infant skin barrier immaturity can increase percutaneous uptake for some ingredients and this compound is not proven to be entirely non-absorbed, exposure score for 0–3 yr is increased by +1 versus adult. No DART or infant-specific studies were located. ([chemicalbook.com](https://www.chemicalbook.com/ChemicalProductProperty_EN_CB7888814.htm?utm_source=openai))

Is propylene glycol diundecanoate safe for newborns?

No infant-specific hazard or mechanism data found. The chemical is a very lipophilic diester (estimated log P ~9.7, very low water solubility) suggesting low systemic absorption after topical use in adults; however, because infant skin barrier immaturity can increase percutaneous uptake for some ingredients and this compound is not proven to be entirely non-absorbed, exposure score for 0–3 yr is increased by +1 versus adult. No DART or infant-specific studies were located. ([chemicalbook.com](https://www.chemicalbook.com/ChemicalProductProperty_EN_CB7888814.htm?utm_source=openai))

Can I use propylene glycol diundecanoate on a baby under 6 months?

We don't have baby-skin-specific data for propylene glycol diundecanoate. Stick to ingredients we've marked no known risks for babies until more evidence is available.

What are safer alternatives to propylene glycol diundecanoate for babies?

See our curated list of pregnancy-safe alternatives to propylene glycol diundecanoate based on similar function and a no-known-risks safety band.

How does VeriMom rate propylene glycol diundecanoate for baby skin?

VeriMom scores propylene glycol diundecanoate at 39/100 (high risk) based on EU CosIng status, ECHA hazard classifications, and peer-reviewed PubMed studies. Our scoring pipeline is fully transparent.