Moderate Cosmetic Ingredient GHS Classified

Butyl Formate

INCI: BUTYL FORMATE

CAS Number
592-84-7
Function
Solvent, fragrance
Safety Rating
MODERATE

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Insufficient data — no cosmetic-specific MoS published

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Safety Data

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

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GHS Hazard Classification

Globally Harmonized System classification per ECHA C&L inventory and ILO/WHO International Chemical Safety Cards.

Signal Word
DANGER
Pictograms
flam;flame; excl mark;warn
Hazard Statements
Highly flammable liquid and vapour May be harmful if swallowed Causes eye irritation May cause respiratory irritation
Short-term Exposure Effects
The vapour is irritating to the eyes and respiratory tract. The substance may cause effects on the central nervous system. Exposure far above the OEL could cause lowering of consciousness.
Long-term Exposure Effects
The substance defats the skin, which may cause dryness or cracking.
Routes of Exposure
The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation and by ingestion.

Expert Verdict

Flammable liquid with irritant potential to eyes, skin, and respiratory tract; IFRA guidelines apply if used as fragrance; inhalation safety assessment required for spray products

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Concern Level: Moderate

Regulatory Flags

fragrance-component ifra_fragrance fda_food_additive jecfa_safe

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Butyl Formate safe in cosmetics?

Flammable liquid with irritant potential to eyes, skin, and respiratory tract; IFRA guidelines apply if used as fragrance; inhalation safety assessment required for spray products The EU classifies Butyl Formate as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.

Is Butyl Formate allowed in the EU?

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

What does Butyl Formate do in cosmetics?

Butyl Formate functions as: Solvent, fragrance. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 592-84-7.

What is the Margin of Safety for Butyl Formate?

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.

Is Butyl Formate classified as hazardous under GHS?

Butyl Formate carries a GHS signal word of "DANGER". Hazard statements: Highly flammable liquid and vapour May be harmful if swallowed Causes eye irritation May cause respiratory irritation. This classification is based on the ILO/WHO International Chemical Safety Card and ECHA C&L inventory data. Note: GHS classification applies to the pure substance — at cosmetic use concentrations, hazard thresholds may not be met.

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