Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
pH-critical: below pH 3.0, irritation and chemical burn risk increases significantly. CPSR must document final product pH. Concentration cap of 30% applies.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Butyl Glycolate safe in cosmetics?
pH-critical: below pH 3.0, irritation and chemical burn risk increases significantly. CPSR must document final product pH. Concentration cap of 30% applies. The EU classifies Butyl Glycolate as "restricted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Butyl Glycolate allowed in the EU?
Butyl Glycolate EU regulatory status: restricted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Butyl Glycolate do in cosmetics?
Butyl Glycolate functions as: Skin conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 7397-62-8.
What is the Margin of Safety for Butyl Glycolate?
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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