humectant

Pentylene Glycol

Also known as PentyleneGlycol
INCI: PENTYLENE GLYCOL
CAS 5343-92-0 EC 226-285-3
1,2-Dihydroxypentane
Generally Safe
This ingredient has a good safety profile based on available data.
Purpose

Function

humectant
Profile

Properties

Silicone
Silicone free
Malassezia
Safe
Fungal Acne
Safe
Details

Description

1,2-Dihydroxypentane

Reference

Identifiers

CAS Number
5343-92-0
EC Number
226-285-3
INCI
PENTYLENE GLYCOL
Category
humectant
Updated
Apr 2, 2026