Allowed in EU

4-T-Butyl Styrene

A cosmetic ingredient used as not reported in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

What is it?

Benzene, 1-(1,1-dimethylethyl)-4-ethenyl-

What does it do?

4-T-Butyl Styrene is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Not reported

    function not declared in the EU CosIng database — the substance is approved for cosmetic use, but no specific role has been categorised

EU regulatory status

4-T-Butyl Styrene 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 4-T-Butyl Styrene?

4-T-Butyl Styrene is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Benzene, 1-(1,1-dimethylethyl)-4-ethenyl-

Is 4-T-Butyl Styrene allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. 4-T-Butyl Styrene is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does 4-T-Butyl Styrene do in cosmetic products?

4-T-Butyl Styrene is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: not reported.

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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: 03/10/2019