Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Metabolic prodrug of Butoxyethanol – in vivo ester hydrolysis yields Butoxyethanol and acetic acid; CPSR must account for molar-equivalent systemic exposure to Butoxyethanol; Safety Assessor should apply read-across from Annex III Butoxyethanol data.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Butoxyethyl Acetate safe in cosmetics?
Metabolic prodrug of Butoxyethanol – in vivo ester hydrolysis yields Butoxyethanol and acetic acid; CPSR must account for molar-equivalent systemic exposure to Butoxyethanol; Safety Assessor should apply read-across from Annex III Butoxyethanol data. The EU classifies Butoxyethyl Acetate as "restricted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Butoxyethyl Acetate allowed in the EU?
Butoxyethyl Acetate EU regulatory status: restricted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Butoxyethyl Acetate do in cosmetics?
Butoxyethyl Acetate functions as: Solvent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 112-07-2 (2-Butoxyethyl acetate; ethylene glycol butyl ether acetate).
What is the Margin of Safety for Butoxyethyl Acetate?
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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