Hydrogenated Polybutene
A cosmetic ingredient used as viscosity controlling in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Hydrogenated Polybutene is the end-product of the controlled hydrogenation of Polybutene
What does it do?
Hydrogenated Polybutene is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
-
Viscosity controlling
adjusts the thickness or flow of a formulation
EU regulatory status
Hydrogenated Polybutene 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 Hydrogenated Polybutene?
Hydrogenated Polybutene is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Hydrogenated Polybutene is the end-product of the controlled hydrogenation of Polybutene
Is Hydrogenated Polybutene allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Hydrogenated Polybutene is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Hydrogenated Polybutene do in cosmetic products?
Hydrogenated Polybutene is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: viscosity controlling.
What is the CAS number of Hydrogenated Polybutene?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Hydrogenated Polybutene is -.
Related ingredients
Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 15/10/2010