Butyl Benzoate
Used in cosmetic products as fragrance and preservative. Butyl Benzoate is the ester of butyl alcohol and Benzoic Acid.
EU Cosmetics Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009, Annex V/1a.
Annex V/1a: 0.5% (acid) ban substances that deplete the ozone layer
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IUPAC name: butyl benzoate
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What is Butyl Benzoate used for in cosmetics?
Butyl Benzoate is used in cosmetic products as fragrance and preservative. Butyl Benzoate is the ester of butyl alcohol and Benzoic Acid.
Is Butyl Benzoate restricted in cosmetics in the EU?
Butyl Benzoate is listed in the annexes of EU Cosmetics Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009: Annex V/1a (allowed preservative). Annex V/1a: 0.5% (acid) ban substances that deplete the ozone layer Always check the full annex entry for the conditions of use.
What is the CAS number of Butyl Benzoate?
Butyl Benzoate is listed with CAS number 136-60-7 and EC number 205-252-7.
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