Allowed in EU

2-Methyl-3-Buten-2-Ol

A cosmetic ingredient used as perfuming in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

What is it?

2-Methylbut-3-en-2-ol

What does it do?

2-Methyl-3-Buten-2-Ol is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

EU regulatory status

2-Methyl-3-Buten-2-Ol is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the European Union under Regulation 1223/2009. It is not subject to a specific Annex restriction at the time of writing.

Frequently asked questions

What is 2-Methyl-3-Buten-2-Ol?

2-Methyl-3-Buten-2-Ol is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 2-Methylbut-3-en-2-ol

Is 2-Methyl-3-Buten-2-Ol allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. 2-Methyl-3-Buten-2-Ol is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does 2-Methyl-3-Buten-2-Ol do in cosmetic products?

2-Methyl-3-Buten-2-Ol is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: perfuming.

What is the CAS number of 2-Methyl-3-Buten-2-Ol?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for 2-Methyl-3-Buten-2-Ol is 115-18-4.

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Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 02/03/2011