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Expert Verdict
Butylene Glycol Palmitate is permitted for use in cosmetics in both EU and US markets with a good safety profile and low concern rating.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Butylene Glycol Palmitate safe in cosmetics?
Butylene Glycol Palmitate is permitted for use in cosmetics in both EU and US markets with a good safety profile and low concern rating. The EU classifies Butylene Glycol Palmitate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Butylene Glycol Palmitate allowed in the EU?
Butylene Glycol Palmitate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Butylene Glycol Palmitate do in cosmetics?
Butylene Glycol Palmitate functions as: Skin conditioning, emollient, surfactant – cleansing, surfactant – emulsifying. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: | 🔴 RED — Insufficient data for unqualified safe-use conclusion.
What is the Margin of Safety for Butylene Glycol Palmitate?
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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