Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Toxicological Studies
1 study endpoint found for Butyl Ethyl Propanediol. NOAEL (No Observed Adverse Effect Level) values are used to calculate the Margin of Safety per SCCS methodology.
| Endpoint | Value | Route | Species | Study Type | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LOAEL | 15 mg/kg bw/day | oral | rat | Short Term Toxicity | COSMOS_DB |
Expert Verdict
No significant safety concerns. Widely used humectant and skin conditioning ingredient with established safety profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Butyl Ethyl Propanediol safe in cosmetics?
No significant safety concerns. Widely used humectant and skin conditioning ingredient with established safety profile. The EU classifies Butyl Ethyl Propanediol as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD. 1 toxicological study endpoint(s) are available in our database.
Is Butyl Ethyl Propanediol allowed in the EU?
Butyl Ethyl Propanediol EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Butyl Ethyl Propanediol do in cosmetics?
Butyl Ethyl Propanediol functions as: Humectant, skin conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 115-84-4.
What is the Margin of Safety for Butyl Ethyl Propanediol?
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.
What is the NOAEL for Butyl Ethyl Propanediol?
The NOAEL (No Observed Adverse Effect Level) for Butyl Ethyl Propanediol is 15 mg/kg bw/day based on a Short Term Toxicity study via oral route in rat. Source: COSMOS_DB.
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