Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Volatile organic compound and flammable chemical; primarily used as a monomer precursor in copolymers rather than as a standalone cosmetic ingredient; no CIR monograph available.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Diisobutylene safe in cosmetics?
Volatile organic compound and flammable chemical; primarily used as a monomer precursor in copolymers rather than as a standalone cosmetic ingredient; no CIR monograph available. The EU classifies Diisobutylene as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Diisobutylene allowed in the EU?
Diisobutylene EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Diisobutylene do in cosmetics?
Diisobutylene functions as: Solvent and chemical intermediate; primarily used as a monomer in copolymers such as Sodium MA/Diisobutylene Copolymer rather than as a standalone cosmetic ingredient.. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 25167-70-8 (mixture of 2,4,4-trimethylpentene isomers).
What is the Margin of Safety for Diisobutylene?
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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