Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
May cause mild skin/eye irritation at high concentrations. Standard patch-test data recommended for CPSR.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Butyl Butyrolactate safe in cosmetics?
May cause mild skin/eye irritation at high concentrations. Standard patch-test data recommended for CPSR. The EU classifies Butyl Butyrolactate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Butyl Butyrolactate allowed in the EU?
Butyl Butyrolactate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Butyl Butyrolactate do in cosmetics?
Butyl Butyrolactate functions as: Solvent, fragrance fixative, skin conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 7492-70-8.
What is the Margin of Safety for Butyl Butyrolactate?
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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