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Butoxyethanol

Used in cosmetic products as fragrance, solvent and viscosity controlling. Butoxyethanol is an ether alcohol.

Allowed with restrictions

EU Cosmetics Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009, Annex III/188.

Annex III/188: a) 4.0% / b) 2.0%

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2-Butoxyethanol chemical structure, C6H14O2, CAS 111-76-2
2-Butoxyethanol
CAS 111-76-2C6H14O2
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2-Butoxyethanol

IUPAC name: 2-butoxyethanol

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Frequently asked questions

What is Butoxyethanol used for in cosmetics?

Butoxyethanol is used in cosmetic products as fragrance, solvent and viscosity controlling. Butoxyethanol is an ether alcohol.

Is Butoxyethanol restricted in cosmetics in the EU?

Butoxyethanol is listed in the annexes of EU Cosmetics Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009: Annex III/188 (allowed with restrictions). Annex III/188: a) 4.0% / b) 2.0% Always check the full annex entry for the conditions of use.

What is the CAS number of Butoxyethanol?

Butoxyethanol is listed with CAS number 111-76-2 and EC number 203-905-0.

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