Fact Sheet: Butylphenyl Methylpropional

INCI name:   Butylphenyl Methylpropional.

Function:   Masking agent, perfuming agent.

Origin:   Synthetic.

Concentration allowed by the EU regulation:   Banned in Europe since March 1st 2022.

Where to find it / Where they are found?:   Perfume waters, hair gels/hairspray, sun sprays, tonic lotions, body creams/milks, shampoos, solid soaps, shower gels, make-up removers, deodorants, sun protection products.

Health risks:   Potential allergen, potential skin irritant (mild), suspected endocrine disruptor, potential skin penetration (low).

Environmental risks:   Proven aquatic ecotoxicity.

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Additional information:   Aromatic molecule classified among the 26 allergenic fragrance compounds. Molecule in the list of 28 substances suspected of being endocrine disruptors by the European Commission.