Isobutoxypropanol
A cosmetic ingredient used as solvent, surfactant - cleansing, viscosity controlling in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
1-Isobutoxypropan-2-ol
What does it do?
Isobutoxypropanol is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Solvent
dissolves other ingredients into a uniform liquid phase
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Surfactant - cleansing
surfactant whose primary cosmetic role is cleansing — the active workhorse in soaps, shampoos, and body washes
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Viscosity controlling
adjusts the thickness or flow of a formulation
EU regulatory status
Isobutoxypropanol 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 Isobutoxypropanol?
Isobutoxypropanol is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 1-Isobutoxypropan-2-ol
Is Isobutoxypropanol allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Isobutoxypropanol is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Isobutoxypropanol do in cosmetic products?
Isobutoxypropanol is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: solvent, surfactant - cleansing, viscosity controlling.
What is the CAS number of Isobutoxypropanol?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Isobutoxypropanol is 23436-19-3.
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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