Regulatory Status
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Expert Verdict
⚠ Highly flammable (flash point 16°C); CNS depressant at high inhalation exposure; respiratory and mucous membrane irritant; requires adequate ventilation during use; NFPA Health rating: 1, Flammability: 3 [^1_11][^1_13]
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sec-Butyl Acetate safe in cosmetics?
⚠ Highly flammable (flash point 16°C); CNS depressant at high inhalation exposure; respiratory and mucous membrane irritant; requires adequate ventilation during use; NFPA Health rating: 1, Flammability: 3 [^1_11][^1_13] The EU classifies Sec-Butyl Acetate as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Sec-Butyl Acetate allowed in the EU?
Sec-Butyl Acetate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Sec-Butyl Acetate do in cosmetics?
Sec-Butyl Acetate functions as: Solvent (nail lacquers, coatings) [^1_11]. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 105-46-4 [^1_11][^1_12].
What is the Margin of Safety for Sec-Butyl Acetate?
adequate 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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