Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
MAJOR CONCERN: Nitrosamine formation risk (secondary amine + nitrosating agents = N-nitrosobutyl(2-hydroxyethyl)amine); irritation potential; Annex III restrictions are stringent; requires raw material purity certificate with nitrosamine levels; must be formulated away from nitrosating agents (e.g., certain preservatives, UV filters)
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Butylethanolamine safe in cosmetics?
MAJOR CONCERN: Nitrosamine formation risk (secondary amine + nitrosating agents = N-nitrosobutyl(2-hydroxyethyl)amine); irritation potential; Annex III restrictions are stringent; requires raw material purity certificate with nitrosamine levels; must be formulated away from nitrosating agents (e.g., certain preservatives, UV filters) The EU classifies Butylethanolamine as "restricted". Safety rating: POOR.
Is Butylethanolamine allowed in the EU?
Butylethanolamine EU regulatory status: restricted. Maximum allowed concentration: 0.5%. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Butylethanolamine do in cosmetics?
Butylethanolamine functions as: Buffering, pH adjustment. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 111-75-1.
What is the Margin of Safety for Butylethanolamine?
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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