Phenethyl Butyrate
A cosmetic ingredient used as perfuming in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Phenethyl butanoate
What does it do?
Phenethyl 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
Phenethyl 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 Phenethyl Butyrate?
Phenethyl Butyrate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Phenethyl butanoate
Is Phenethyl Butyrate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Phenethyl Butyrate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Phenethyl Butyrate do in cosmetic products?
Phenethyl Butyrate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: perfuming.
What is the CAS number of Phenethyl Butyrate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Phenethyl Butyrate is 103-52-6.
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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