Butyl Isostearate
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Butyl 16-methylheptadecanoate
What does it do?
Butyl Isostearate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
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Skin conditioning - emollient
softens the skin by reducing roughness and friction between skin cells
EU regulatory status
Butyl Isostearate 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 Butyl Isostearate?
Butyl Isostearate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Butyl 16-methylheptadecanoate
Is Butyl Isostearate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Butyl Isostearate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Butyl Isostearate do in cosmetic products?
Butyl Isostearate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient.
What is the CAS number of Butyl Isostearate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Butyl Isostearate is 94109-07-6.
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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