Sodium Butyroyl Hyaluronate
A cosmetic ingredient used as humectant, skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Sodium Butyroyl Hyaluronate is the sodium salt of the product obtained by the reaction of Butyric Acid (q.v.) and Hyaluronic Acid
What does it do?
Sodium Butyroyl Hyaluronate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Humectant
draws moisture from the air or deeper skin layers to the surface, helping skin retain water
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
EU regulatory status
Sodium Butyroyl Hyaluronate 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 Sodium Butyroyl Hyaluronate?
Sodium Butyroyl Hyaluronate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Sodium Butyroyl Hyaluronate is the sodium salt of the product obtained by the reaction of Butyric Acid (q.v.) and Hyaluronic Acid
Is Sodium Butyroyl Hyaluronate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Sodium Butyroyl Hyaluronate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Sodium Butyroyl Hyaluronate do in cosmetic products?
Sodium Butyroyl Hyaluronate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: humectant, skin conditioning.
What is the CAS number of Sodium Butyroyl Hyaluronate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Sodium Butyroyl Hyaluronate is 942471-70-7.
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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