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2-T-Butylcyclohexyloxybutanol

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

What is it?

Cyclohexane, 1-(2-hydroxybutoxy)-2-(1,1-dimethylethyl)-

What does it do?

2-T-Butylcyclohexyloxybutanol is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Fragrance

    provides scent or masks the natural odour of other ingredients

  • Perfuming

    adds scent to a cosmetic product

EU regulatory status

2-T-Butylcyclohexyloxybutanol 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-T-Butylcyclohexyloxybutanol?

2-T-Butylcyclohexyloxybutanol is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Cyclohexane, 1-(2-hydroxybutoxy)-2-(1,1-dimethylethyl)-

Is 2-T-Butylcyclohexyloxybutanol allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. 2-T-Butylcyclohexyloxybutanol is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does 2-T-Butylcyclohexyloxybutanol do in cosmetic products?

2-T-Butylcyclohexyloxybutanol is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: fragrance, perfuming.

What is the CAS number of 2-T-Butylcyclohexyloxybutanol?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for 2-T-Butylcyclohexyloxybutanol is 139504-68-0.

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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: 18/11/2016