Tetrabutyl Phenyl Hydroxybenzoate
INCI: TETRABUTYL PHENYL HYDROXYBENZOATE
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Hydroxybenzoate (paraben-type) structure — subject to ongoing debate regarding estrogenic activity; longer-chain/bulkier parabens face greater scrutiny; butylparaben is restricted in EU (Annex III, max 0.14% as acid); this derivative's regulatory classification should be confirmed against current Annex V listing
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Tetrabutyl Phenyl Hydroxybenzoate safe in cosmetics?
Hydroxybenzoate (paraben-type) structure — subject to ongoing debate regarding estrogenic activity; longer-chain/bulkier parabens face greater scrutiny; butylparaben is restricted in EU (Annex III, max 0.14% as acid); this derivative's regulatory classification should be confirmed against current Annex V listing The EU classifies Tetrabutyl Phenyl Hydroxybenzoate as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Tetrabutyl Phenyl Hydroxybenzoate allowed in the EU?
Tetrabutyl Phenyl Hydroxybenzoate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Tetrabutyl Phenyl Hydroxybenzoate do in cosmetics?
Tetrabutyl Phenyl Hydroxybenzoate functions as: Preservative / antimicrobial (hydroxybenzoate = paraben-type ester). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not widely published (CosIng-listed).
What is the Margin of Safety for Tetrabutyl Phenyl Hydroxybenzoate?
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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