Allowed in EU

Butene

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

What is it?

1-Butene,Butylene

What does it do?

Butene 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

Butene 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 Butene?

Butene is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 1-Butene,Butylene

Is Butene allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Butene is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Butene do in cosmetic products?

Butene is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: not reported.

What is the CAS number of Butene?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Butene is 106-98-9, 25167-67-3.

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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: 11/10/2019