# 3-(2,3-Dihydroxypropoxy)-2-hydroxypropyl 16-methylheptadecanoate

URL: https://app.greenveil.ai/ingredients/ingredient_dtxsid_dtxsid80994014
Categories: beauty, cleaning
Functions: Emulsifier, Softener and conditioner, Surfactant (surface active agent)
Identifier: DTXSID80994014

> 3-(2,3-Dihydroxypropoxy)-2-hydroxypropyl 16-methylheptadecanoate is used as emulsifier / softener and conditioner. EPA CPDat observed this chemical in 55 composition records across product categories including Personal care. Assessed from 2 sources.

## Safety assessment

- Chemical concern: not yet assessed
- Rationale: EPA CPDat observed this chemical in 55 composition records across product categories including Personal care.

## Regulatory status

- US: commercial use observed — EPA CPDat observed this chemical in 55 composition records across product categories including Personal care. EPA CPDat classifies this chemical for functional uses including Emulsifier, Softener and conditioner, Surfactant (surface active agent).

_Assessed by Greenveil._