# PROPYLENE CARBONATE (propylene-carbonate) — Global Cosmetic Regulatory & Formulation Monograph

- **Canonical URL**: https://www.inciname.com/en/ingredients/propylene-carbonate
- **Standard INCI**: `PROPYLENE CARBONATE`
- **KR MFDS Standard Name**: `프로필렌카보네이트`
- **CAS No.**: `108-32-7`
- **EC / EINECS No.**: `203-572-1`
- **Origin**: `synthetic`
- **Functions**: 용제, 점도조절제
- **Molecular Formula / MW**: `—` (— g/mol)

## 1. 7-Track Official Regulatory Label Names
| Track | Official Label Nomenclature |
| :--- | :--- |
| KR (MFDS Standard) | 프로필렌카보네이트 |
| KR (Former Names) | — |
| EU (CosIng 1223/2009) | PROPYLENE CARBONATE |
| US (PCPC / MoCRA INCI) | PROPYLENE CARBONATE |
| US (FDA OTC Monograph) | — |
| CN (NMPA IECIC) | 碳酸丙二醇酯 |
| JP (JCIA / MHLW QD) | PROPYLENE CARBONATE  |

## 2. Layer 1 — Global 6-Region Statutory Summary
- **KR (MFDS)**: `none`
- **EU (1223/2009)**: `none`
- **US (FDA/MoCRA)**: `none`
- **CN (NMPA IECIC)**: `allowed` (Entry: `6575`)
- **JP (MHLW)**: `none`
- **ASEAN (ACD)**: `none`



## 3. Layer 2 — Toxicological & Historical Safe Use Concentrations
- Listed within general cosmetic GMP safety thresholds.

## 4. Layer 3 — Formulation Quartiles & Compatibility
- **Optimal pH Window**: 4 – 8
- **Max Process Temp**: ≤ 50°C
- **Synergy Pairings**: GLYCERIN, CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE, TOCOPHEROL
- **Incompatibilities**: Verify phase compatibility under extreme pH or high electrolyte loads

## 5. Academic Monograph


## 6. Linked PubMed Literature