Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Butyloctyl Cetearate is an ester-based emollient permitted in both EU and US markets with excellent safety profile and negligible absorption.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Butyloctyl Cetearate safe in cosmetics?
Butyloctyl Cetearate is an ester-based emollient permitted in both EU and US markets with excellent safety profile and negligible absorption. The EU classifies Butyloctyl Cetearate as "permitted". Safety rating: EXCELLENT.
Is Butyloctyl Cetearate allowed in the EU?
Butyloctyl Cetearate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Butyloctyl Cetearate do in cosmetics?
Butyloctyl Cetearate functions as: Emollient, skin conditioning agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: ⚠ *Verify via CosIng — ester of 2-butyloctanol with cetearic acid mixture*.
What is the Margin of Safety for Butyloctyl Cetearate?
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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