Benzyl Hydroxybutyramide

INCI: BENZYL HYDROXYBUTYRAMIDE

CAS Number
Not confirmed in available databases — data gap
Function
Skin conditioning agent
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes No specific restriction; permitted under general provisions

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
low
Sensitization
low

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Expert Verdict

Critical data gaps: No RIFM, CIR, or SCCS assessment located. Full toxicological dossier required for CPSR. Priority testing candidate.

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Concern Level: Moderate

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Benzyl Hydroxybutyramide safe in cosmetics?

Critical data gaps: No RIFM, CIR, or SCCS assessment located. Full toxicological dossier required for CPSR. Priority testing candidate. The EU classifies Benzyl Hydroxybutyramide as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Benzyl Hydroxybutyramide allowed in the EU?

Benzyl Hydroxybutyramide EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Benzyl Hydroxybutyramide do in cosmetics?

Benzyl Hydroxybutyramide functions as: Skin conditioning agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not confirmed in available databases — data gap.

What is the Margin of Safety for Benzyl Hydroxybutyramide?

not established The Margin of Safety (MoS) is calculated using SCCS methodology. A MoS above 100 is generally considered safe. Use the MoS Calculator tool to calculate MoS for your specific formulation and product category.

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