Alpha-Santalyl Butyrate
A cosmetic ingredient used as perfuming in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
5-(2,3-Dimethyltricyclo[2.2.1.02,6]hept-3-yl)-2-methylpent-2-enyl butanoate
What does it do?
Alpha-Santalyl Butyrate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Perfuming
adds scent to a cosmetic product
EU regulatory status
Alpha-Santalyl Butyrate 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 Alpha-Santalyl Butyrate?
Alpha-Santalyl Butyrate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 5-(2,3-Dimethyltricyclo[2.2.1.02,6]hept-3-yl)-2-methylpent-2-enyl butanoate
Is Alpha-Santalyl Butyrate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Alpha-Santalyl Butyrate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Alpha-Santalyl Butyrate do in cosmetic products?
Alpha-Santalyl Butyrate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: perfuming.
What is the CAS number of Alpha-Santalyl Butyrate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Alpha-Santalyl Butyrate is 67633-99-2.
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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