Ethylene glycol monobutyl ether (EGBE)
BUTOXYETHANOL
Key data
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Record details
INCI glossary name
BUTOXYETHANOL
Chemical name
Ethylene glycol monobutyl ether (EGBE)
Maximum concentration
a) 4.0% b) 2.0%
Other restrictions
(a) (b) No use in aerosol dispensers (sprays)
Regulatory information
Regulation
(EC) 2013/344
SCCS opinions
- Opinion on Ethylene Glycol Monobutyl Ether (EGBE) - Butoxyethanol (INCI)
Identified ingredients
- BUTOXYETHANOL
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