Butyl Diethanolamine

INCI: BUTYL DIETHANOLAMINE

CAS Number
102-79-4 (N-butyldiethanolamine)
Function
pH adjuster, buffering agent, corrosion inhibitor
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status permitted
US Notes Conditional โ€” MoS achievable only with strict nitrosamine controls and concentration limits

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Safety Data

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

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Expert Verdict

Butyl Diethanolamine is permitted in both EU and US cosmetics as a pH adjuster, though MoS is not established and nitrosamine control measures are required.

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Concern Level: Moderate

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Butyl Diethanolamine safe in cosmetics?

Butyl Diethanolamine is permitted in both EU and US cosmetics as a pH adjuster, though MoS is not established and nitrosamine control measures are required. The EU classifies Butyl Diethanolamine as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Butyl Diethanolamine allowed in the EU?

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

What does Butyl Diethanolamine do in cosmetics?

Butyl Diethanolamine functions as: pH adjuster, buffering agent, corrosion inhibitor. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 102-79-4 (N-butyldiethanolamine).

What is the Margin of Safety for Butyl Diethanolamine?

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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