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Diethyl Phthalate

Korean: 다이에틸프탈레이트 · Functions: denaturant, film forming, fragrance, hair conditioning, plasticiser, solvent

KR South Korea (MFDS)

No specific rule on file.

EU European Union (CosIng)

No specific rule on file.

US United States (FDA)

Banned in some U.S. states WA-TFCA

Conditions: Washington: Toxic-Free Cosmetics Act (Substitute House Bill 1047, Chapter 455, Laws of 2023) and Cosmetic Products Restrictions Rule (ch. 173-339 WAC, WSR 25-18-057, eff. 2025-09-28) · RCW 70A.560.005-.900 (2023 c 455); WAC 173-339-110 · In force since 2025-01-01 · intentionally added; class (RCW 70A.560.010(4)) · Matched by our INCI mapping of a substance class

Source: Washington — Toxic-Free Cosmetics Act (Substitute House Bill 1047, Chapter 455, Laws of 2023) · checked Oct 16, 2026

Banned in some U.S. states OR-SB546

Conditions: Oregon: Toxic-Free Cosmetics Act (SB 546, Or. Laws 2023 ch. 575) · ORS 431A.345 · From 2027-01-01 · intentionally added · Matched by our INCI mapping of a substance class

Source: Oregon — Toxic-Free Cosmetics Act (SB 546, Or. Laws 2023 ch. 575) · checked Oct 16, 2026

Banned in some U.S. states VT-ACT131

Conditions: Vermont: Act 131 of 2024 (S.25) — Chemicals in Cosmetic and Menstrual Products · 9 V.S.A. §2494b · In force since 2026-01-01 · intentionally added · Matched by our INCI mapping of a substance class

Source: Vermont — Act 131 of 2024 (S.25) — Chemicals in Cosmetic and Menstrual Products · checked Oct 16, 2026

Products listing Diethyl Phthalate

Dr.Melaxin Maison de pensee Air Freshener 7 types Other

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Diethyl Phthalate 다이에틸프탈레이트

Information only, not medical advice. Rules change — always check the linked official source. If you are pregnant, have a skin condition or allergies, ask a dermatologist or pharmacist.

Frequently asked questions

Is Diethyl Phthalate banned in the European Union?

We found no specific rule for it in the EU's CosIng records. That is not an approval or a safety statement.

Is Diethyl Phthalate banned in South Korea?

We found no specific rule for it in Korea's MFDS records. That is not an approval or a safety statement.

Is Diethyl Phthalate allowed in cosmetics in the U.S.?

In the FDA's records it is listed as “Banned in some U.S. states” (Washington — Toxic-Free Cosmetics Act (Substitute House Bill 1047, Chapter 455, Laws of 2023)).

What is Diethyl Phthalate used for in cosmetics?

The EU's CosIng inventory lists its functions as: denaturant, film forming, fragrance, hair conditioning, plasticiser, solvent.

What is Diethyl Phthalate called on Korean labels?

Korea's MFDS standard Korean name is 다이에틸프탈레이트.

Which K-beauty products contain Diethyl Phthalate?

1 products we checked list it, for example Dr.Melaxin Maison de pensee Air Freshener 7 types.