Regulatory Status
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Expert Verdict
Volatile and flammable fragrance ingredient requiring appropriate storage and handling precautions; not a dermal safety concern at typical cosmetic concentrations.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Butyl Butyrate safe in cosmetics?
Volatile and flammable fragrance ingredient requiring appropriate storage and handling precautions; not a dermal safety concern at typical cosmetic concentrations. The EU classifies Butyl Butyrate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Butyl Butyrate allowed in the EU?
Butyl Butyrate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Butyl Butyrate do in cosmetics?
Butyl Butyrate functions as: Solvent, masking agent, fragrance ingredient. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 109-21-7.
What is the Margin of Safety for Butyl Butyrate?
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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