Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
No significant safety concerns. Standard fragrance safety documentation (IFRA compliance) recommended for CPSR.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Butyl Isobutyrate safe in cosmetics?
No significant safety concerns. Standard fragrance safety documentation (IFRA compliance) recommended for CPSR. The EU classifies Butyl Isobutyrate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Butyl Isobutyrate allowed in the EU?
Butyl Isobutyrate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Butyl Isobutyrate do in cosmetics?
Butyl Isobutyrate functions as: Fragrance / Masking agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 97-87-0.
What is the Margin of Safety for Butyl Isobutyrate?
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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