Linalyl Butyrate
A cosmetic ingredient used as perfuming in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
1-Ethenyl-1,5-dimethyl-4-hexenyl butanoate; 1,5-Dimethyl-1-vinylhex-4-enyl butanoate
What does it do?
Linalyl Butyrate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Perfuming
adds scent to a cosmetic product
EU regulatory status
Linalyl 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 Linalyl Butyrate?
Linalyl Butyrate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 1-Ethenyl-1,5-dimethyl-4-hexenyl butanoate; 1,5-Dimethyl-1-vinylhex-4-enyl butanoate
Is Linalyl Butyrate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Linalyl Butyrate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Linalyl Butyrate do in cosmetic products?
Linalyl Butyrate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: perfuming.
What is the CAS number of Linalyl Butyrate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Linalyl Butyrate is 78-36-4.
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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: 02/03/2011