Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
No significant safety concerns; routine CPSR read-across documentation sufficient.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Butylene Glycol Stearate safe in cosmetics?
No significant safety concerns; routine CPSR read-across documentation sufficient. The EU classifies Butylene Glycol Stearate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Butylene Glycol Stearate allowed in the EU?
Butylene Glycol Stearate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Butylene Glycol Stearate do in cosmetics?
Butylene Glycol Stearate functions as: Skin conditioning – emollient. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not publicly listed in CosIng (CosIng Ref No. 16480).
What is the Margin of Safety for Butylene Glycol Stearate?
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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