AKA: 67874-65-1, 3-Mercaptopropanoic acid, Glyceryl monoester, Propanoic acid, 2, 3-dihydroxypropyl ester, 3-Dihydroxypropyl 3-mercaptopropionate, 3-dihydroxypropyl 3-sulfanylpropanoate, Glyceryl 3-mercaptopropanoate
WHAT IS IT? 2,3-Dihydroxypropyl 3-mercaptopropionate
WHAT DOES IT DO? Traditional Use
A modern synthetic ingredient combining glycerin with thiopropionic acid. Developed in the 20th century as an antioxidant and preservative in cosmetic formulations.
IS IT CLEAN? Regulatory Status
JAPAN ⚠ restricted
IS IT FOR ME? Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Caution
CAN I TRUST THIS? The paper trail
🔬 Peer-reviewed none on file
🛡️ Safety-assessed 3 reviews →
Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.
Verified Jun 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR