What is it?
2-(4-tert-Butylbenzyl)propionaldehyde; BMHCA
What does it do?
Butylphenyl Methylpropional is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
EU regulatory status
This ingredient is banned in the European Union.
Butylphenyl Methylpropional is listed under Annex II of EU Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009 (entry 1666), making it prohibited in cosmetic products placed on the EU market.
Classification: Prohibited by Regulation (EU) 2021/1902 as a substance toxic to reproduction (CMR category 1B). Commonly known as Lilial. Banned in cosmetics placed on the EU market since 1 March 2022; previously a restricted fragrance ingredient.
Frequently asked questions
What is Butylphenyl Methylpropional?
Butylphenyl Methylpropional is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 2-(4-tert-Butylbenzyl)propionaldehyde; BMHCA
Is Butylphenyl Methylpropional allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
No. Butylphenyl Methylpropional is banned for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Annex II of Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Butylphenyl Methylpropional do in cosmetic products?
Butylphenyl Methylpropional is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: fragrance, perfuming.
What is the CAS number of Butylphenyl Methylpropional?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Butylphenyl Methylpropional is 80-54-6.
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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: 01/03/2022