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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Synthetic salicylate ester used primarily as an emollient and UV-filter solubilizer/photostabilizer in sunscreens. Safe at <5% concentration; genotoxicity studies negative. Derived from salicylic acid—avoid on children and damaged/sensitive skin. Not a chemical UV active per se in the US but often used in mineral SPF formulations.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Butyloctyl Salicylate safe in cosmetics?
Synthetic salicylate ester used primarily as an emollient and UV-filter solubilizer/photostabilizer in sunscreens. Safe at <5% concentration; genotoxicity studies negative. Derived from salicylic acid—avoid on children and damaged/sensitive skin. Not a chemical UV active per se in the US but often used in mineral SPF formulations. The EU classifies Butyloctyl Salicylate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Butyloctyl Salicylate allowed in the EU?
Butyloctyl Salicylate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Butyloctyl Salicylate do in cosmetics?
Butyloctyl Salicylate functions as: emollient, solvent, UV filter. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 190085-41-7.
What is the Margin of Safety for Butyloctyl Salicylate?
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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