Allowed in EU

Isobutyl Acetate

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

What is it?

Isobutyl acetate

What does it do?

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

  • Perfuming

    adds scent to a cosmetic product

  • Solvent

    dissolves other ingredients into a uniform liquid phase

EU regulatory status

Isobutyl Acetate 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 Isobutyl Acetate?

Isobutyl Acetate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Isobutyl acetate

Is Isobutyl Acetate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

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

What does Isobutyl Acetate do in cosmetic products?

Isobutyl Acetate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: perfuming, solvent.

What is the CAS number of Isobutyl Acetate?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Isobutyl Acetate is 110-19-0.

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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