What is the NOAEL for 2-[2-(Dodecyloxy)ethoxy]ethanol?
2-[2-(Dodecyloxy)ethoxy]ethanol has 4 NOAEL studies in the database. The lowest reported value is D4D38LT1L5 UNII. Source: openFDA substances.
NOAEL Data
Cosmetic Ingredient
2-[2-(Dodecyloxy)ethoxy]ethanol
Also known as: Ethanol, 2-[2-(dodecyloxy)ethoxy]-, 2-[2-(Dodecyloxy)ethoxy]ethan-1-ol, C12EO2, Diethylene glycol monoether with Conol 20P, LA 2 (alcohol) (+12 more)
CAS 3055-93-4
2-[2-(Dodecyloxy)ethoxy]ethanol (CAS 3055-93-4) is a chemical substance. Key regulatory status: 2 regulatory/inventory lists, cosmetic ingredient cross-reference; source data from EPA ToxValDB, EPA CPDat, AICIS.
Cross-Vertical Regulatory Divergence
2-[2-(Dodecyloxy)ethoxy]ethanol is classified GHS Danger (H302, H315, H318, H400) in the chemicals database but is allowed in EU cosmetics.
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Cross-vertical comparison
Cosmetics: ingredients.eu_status; Chemicals: ghs_classifications.signal_word/hazard_statement_code
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noael studies public
NOAEL studies
4
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chemical inventory jurisdictions
Regulatory lists
2
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eu clp annex vi
GHS signal
Not classified
Chemical Identity
CAS, identifiers, formula, and alternate names for the matched substance record.
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DSSTox identifiers
23 fields
Name
2-[2-(Dodecyloxy)ethoxy]ethanol
CAS Number
3055-93-4
DTXSID
DTXSID7038816
Molecular Formula
C16H34O3
InChI Key
AZLWQVJVINEILY-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Monoisotopic Mass
274.250795
Synonyms
Ethanol, 2-[2-(dodecyloxy)ethoxy]-2-[2-(Dodecyloxy)ethoxy]ethan-1-olC12EO2Diethylene glycol monoether with Conol 20PLA 2 (alcohol)Nikkol BL 2SYSimulsol P 22-[2-(dodeciloxi)etoxi]etanolEINECS 221-279-7Bis(oxyethylene) dodecyl etherDiethylene glycol dodecyl etherDiethylene glycol monododecyl ether
Functional Uses
Industrial and product-use categories associated with this substance.
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EPA CPDat
8 records
Surfactant (surface active agent)EmulsifierCleaning agent
Regulatory Lists
Inventory, screening, and regulatory list matches from public chemical databases.
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EPA CPDat
2 records
| List | Keyword | Source |
|---|---|---|
| detected; Europe; Toys and children's products | Danish Environmental Protection Agency | Danish EPA |
| Canada; Personal care; Substances in PCP - Canada (4/2014) | Government of Canada | CPCat |
NOAEL Studies
Toxicology endpoints rendered from public NOAEL study rows.
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NOAEL studies
Showing 4 of 4 studies
| Value | Unit | Endpoint | Route | Species | Source |
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| D4D38LT1L5 | UNII | FDA UNII substance identifier | - | - | openFDA substances |
| D4D38LT1L5 | UNII | FDA UNII substance identifier | - | - | openFDA substances |
| D4D38LT1L5 | UNII | FDA UNII substance identifier | - | - | openFDA substances |
| D4D38LT1L5 | UNII | FDA UNII substance identifier | - | - | openFDA substances |
Showing 4 of 4 studies
Australian Status (AICIS)
Australian industrial chemicals inventory status and applicable conditions.
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AICIS inventory
1 records
Inventory Status
listed
Cosmetic Safety Profile
Same-CAS cosmetic ingredient record for cross-vertical context.
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CosIng / Ingredients DB
EU Status
permitted
Max
-
Category
Surfactant
Frequently Asked Questions
What regulatory lists include 2-[2-(Dodecyloxy)ethoxy]ethanol?
2-[2-(Dodecyloxy)ethoxy]ethanol appears on 2 regulatory/inventory lists including detected; Europe; Toys and children's products, Canada; Personal care; Substances in PCP - Canada (4/2014). Source: EPA CPDat.
Is 2-[2-(Dodecyloxy)ethoxy]ethanol used in cosmetics?
Yes, 2-[2-(Dodecyloxy)ethoxy]ethanol is also indexed as a cosmetic ingredient under the name Laureth-2. View the full cosmetic safety profile on the ingredient page for detailed safety data, SCCS opinions, and regulatory status.
Where does the safety data for 2-[2-(Dodecyloxy)ethoxy]ethanol come from?
Safety data is sourced from EPA ToxValDB, EPA CPDat, AICIS (Australian Industrial Chemicals Introduction Scheme), EPA DSSTox, CosIng / Ingredients DB. All data traces to primary regulatory sources and is updated from official government databases.
Does 2-[2-(Dodecyloxy)ethoxy]ethanol have different safety status in cosmetics vs industrial chemicals?
2-[2-(Dodecyloxy)ethoxy]ethanol is classified GHS Danger (H302, H315, H318, H400) in the chemicals database but is allowed in EU cosmetics.
Is 2-[2-(Dodecyloxy)ethoxy]ethanol used outside industrial chemicals?
2-[2-(Dodecyloxy)ethoxy]ethanol also appears in cosmetics databases.