Allowed in EU

Buteth-3

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

What is it?

Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl), .alpha.-butyl-.omega.-hydroxy- (3 mol EO average molar ratio)

What does it do?

Buteth-3 is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Solvent

    dissolves other ingredients into a uniform liquid phase

EU regulatory status

Buteth-3 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 Buteth-3?

Buteth-3 is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl), .alpha.-butyl-.omega.-hydroxy- (3 mol EO average molar ratio)

Is Buteth-3 allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Buteth-3 is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Buteth-3 do in cosmetic products?

Buteth-3 is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: solvent.

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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: 15/10/2010