Is diethylhexyl carbonate safe during pregnancy?
Reviewed by VeriMom Editorial Team · Last reviewed
Pregnancy-Safe Ingredients Database — 28,000+ Ingredients Rated
diethylhexyl carbonate
NO KNOWN RISKS100
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Pregnancy-safe products containing diethylhexyl carbonate

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100/100

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CadeaVera
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Ombia
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moisturizers
mamaearth
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Balea
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Matas Natur
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Re'equil
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HIPP
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98/100

Balea
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Frequently asked questions
- Is diethylhexyl carbonate safe during pregnancy?
- No harmonised CLP reproductive classification (ECHA Annex VI) or SCCS/CIR safety assessment was found for diethylhexyl carbonate. Publicly available toxicology sources (PubChem, ECHA dossier entries/self-notifications) do not report reproductive or teratogenic findings; no peer-reviewed reproductive studies were located in the literature consulted. Given absence of evidence and no regulatory flags, default no-evidence rating is applied.
- Is diethylhexyl carbonate safe while breastfeeding?
- No data indicating lactation/breastfeeding hazards or transfer into breastmilk were found in authoritative sources (no SCCS/CIR opinions, no harmonised CLP). Therefore default no-evidence score is applied.
- Is diethylhexyl carbonate safe for baby skin?
- No infant-specific hazard or mechanistic data were identified. Exposure score is increased by +1 for baby skin relative to adults because diethylhexyl carbonate is an emollient/skin-conditioning ester (CosIng / PubChem) with likely dermal absorption potential greater in infants due to immature barrier and higher surface-area-to-weight ratio, even though no quantitative dermal absorption data were found.
- How does VeriMom score diethylhexyl carbonate?
- VeriMom scores diethylhexyl carbonate at 100/100 (no known risks) based on EU CosIng status, ECHA hazard classifications, and peer-reviewed PubMed studies. Our scoring pipeline is fully transparent.
- What are pregnancy-safe alternatives to diethylhexyl carbonate?
- See our curated list of pregnancy-safe alternatives to diethylhexyl carbonate based on similar function and a no-known-risks safety band.
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Medical Disclaimer
This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Safety scores are based on publicly available data and may not reflect all risks. Always consult your healthcare provider before using any product during pregnancy or breastfeeding.