Sodium Butyroyl/formoyl Hyaluronate
A cosmetic ingredient used as humectant in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Sodium Butyroyl/Formoyl Hyaluronate is the sodium salt of the product obtained by the esterification of butyric and formic acids with Hyaluronic Acid
What does it do?
Sodium Butyroyl/formoyl 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
EU regulatory status
Sodium Butyroyl/formoyl 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/formoyl Hyaluronate?
Sodium Butyroyl/formoyl Hyaluronate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Sodium Butyroyl/Formoyl Hyaluronate is the sodium salt of the product obtained by the esterification of butyric and formic acids with Hyaluronic Acid
Is Sodium Butyroyl/formoyl Hyaluronate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Sodium Butyroyl/formoyl Hyaluronate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Sodium Butyroyl/formoyl Hyaluronate do in cosmetic products?
Sodium Butyroyl/formoyl Hyaluronate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: humectant.
What is the CAS number of Sodium Butyroyl/formoyl Hyaluronate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Sodium Butyroyl/formoyl Hyaluronate is 100201-66-0.
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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