Allowed in EU

Cellulose Acetate Butyrate

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

What is it?

Cellulose, acetates, butanoates

What does it do?

Cellulose Acetate Butyrate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Film forming

    forms a thin continuous film on skin, hair, or nails — used in long-wear makeup, sunscreens, and hairsprays

EU regulatory status

Cellulose Acetate 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 Cellulose Acetate Butyrate?

Cellulose Acetate Butyrate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Cellulose, acetates, butanoates

Is Cellulose Acetate Butyrate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

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

What does Cellulose Acetate Butyrate do in cosmetic products?

Cellulose Acetate Butyrate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: film forming.

What is the CAS number of Cellulose Acetate Butyrate?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Cellulose Acetate Butyrate is 9004-36-8.

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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