DIPROPYL OXALATE is graded C (Moderate) by Expert·ING, based on COSING regulatory data. It is restricted under EU COSING — AnnexIII-SAFETY-.
DIPROPYL OXALATE
Safety grade: C
Dipropyl oxalate is a synthetic chemical compound that helps bind and remove unwanted metal ions from cosmetic products. It also acts as a plasticizer to improve product texture and as a solvent to help dissolve other ingredients.
This ingredient works to prevent metal ions from causing discoloration or degradation in cosmetic formulas, while also improving the consistency and mixability of the product.
Graded using: COSING.
- EU COSING — Restricted
Last verified: May 26, 2026
Safer alternatives to DIPROPYL OXALATE
- SODIUM CITRATE — Grade A. Chelates metal ions to prevent discoloration and degradation.
- TETRASODIUM GLUTAMATE DIACETATE — Grade A. Chelates metal ions to prevent discoloration and degradation.
- SORBITOL — Grade A. Functions as plasticiser to improve consistency and mixability.
- TRIETHYL CITRATE — Grade A. Functions as plasticiser to improve consistency and mixability.
Other Solvent ingredients
- AQUA — Grade A
- LIMONENE — Grade C
- BENZYL ALCOHOL — Grade C**
- PROPYLENE GLYCOL — Grade A**
- BUTYLENE GLYCOL — Grade A
- ALCOHOL — Grade A**
- PARAFFINUM LIQUIDUM — Grade C
- PROPANEDIOL — Grade A