Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Data gap: no ingredient-specific toxicological studies identified; safety extrapolated from cholesterol and alkyl ester class reviews; animal origin risk (BSE/TSE); CAS confirmation required
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dihydrocholesteryl Butyrate safe in cosmetics?
Data gap: no ingredient-specific toxicological studies identified; safety extrapolated from cholesterol and alkyl ester class reviews; animal origin risk (BSE/TSE); CAS confirmation required The EU classifies Dihydrocholesteryl Butyrate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Dihydrocholesteryl Butyrate allowed in the EU?
Dihydrocholesteryl Butyrate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Dihydrocholesteryl Butyrate do in cosmetics?
Dihydrocholesteryl Butyrate functions as: Skin conditioning agent, emollient. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not widely published — confirm with supplier CoA.
What is the Margin of Safety for Dihydrocholesteryl Butyrate?
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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