Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Limited published human patch-test data; used industrially as release agent—ensure cosmetic-grade purity.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Glycol/Butylene Glycol Montanate safe in cosmetics?
Limited published human patch-test data; used industrially as release agent—ensure cosmetic-grade purity. The EU classifies Glycol/Butylene Glycol Montanate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Glycol/Butylene Glycol Montanate allowed in the EU?
Glycol/Butylene Glycol Montanate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Glycol/Butylene Glycol Montanate do in cosmetics?
Glycol/Butylene Glycol Montanate functions as: Skin conditioning (emollient), viscosity increasing agent (non-aqueous). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 73138-45-1.
What is the Margin of Safety for Glycol/Butylene Glycol Montanate?
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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