Trimethyl Hydroxypentyl Isobutyrate
INCI: TRIMETHYL HYDROXYPENTYL ISOBUTYRATE
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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GHS Hazard Classification
Globally Harmonized System classification per ECHA C&L inventory and ILO/WHO International Chemical Safety Cards.
Expert Verdict
Primary use is industrial (paint coalescent), not cosmetic; limited human safety data for dermal cosmetic application; verify supplier grade is cosmetic-appropriate
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Trimethyl Hydroxypentyl Isobutyrate safe in cosmetics?
Primary use is industrial (paint coalescent), not cosmetic; limited human safety data for dermal cosmetic application; verify supplier grade is cosmetic-appropriate The EU classifies Trimethyl Hydroxypentyl Isobutyrate as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Trimethyl Hydroxypentyl Isobutyrate allowed in the EU?
Trimethyl Hydroxypentyl Isobutyrate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Trimethyl Hydroxypentyl Isobutyrate do in cosmetics?
Trimethyl Hydroxypentyl Isobutyrate functions as: Plasticiser (softens brittle materials in formulations). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 25265-77-4.
What is the Margin of Safety for Trimethyl Hydroxypentyl Isobutyrate?
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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