Lipid-phase antioxidant; safer than BHA for cosmetics; EU no restriction in cosmetics (unlike BHA); COSMOS-prohibited; low sensitization risk; reduces rancidity in oil-containing products
Function & Common Use
Antioxidant (formula stabiliser)
Antioxidant
Moisturisers lip products oils
Synthetic
Concentration Limits
No limit
No limit
No specific 21 CFR cosmetic limit identified in source checked; EU limit reference: No
No specific MFDS limit identified in source checked; verify if ingredient is used in a Korean functional cosmetic category
Pregnancy: No specific restriction identified in source checked; standard cosmetic use
Frequently Asked Questions
Is BHT (Butylated Hydroxytoluene) safe to use in skincare?
BHT (Butylated Hydroxytoluene) has a High concern rating. Lipid-phase antioxidant; safer than BHA for cosmetics; EU no restriction in cosmetics (unlike BHA); COSMOS-prohibited; low sensitization risk; reduces rancidity in oil-containing products
Is BHT (Butylated Hydroxytoluene) allowed in India?
BHT (Butylated Hydroxytoluene) is currently classified as "Permitted" under Indian cosmetics regulations. No concentration limit is specified for India.
What is BHT (Butylated Hydroxytoluene) used for in cosmetics?
BHT (Butylated Hydroxytoluene) functions as: Antioxidant (formula stabiliser). It is commonly found in: Moisturisers lip products oils.
Regulatory Status
Cosmetic ingredient; standard TGA cosmetic framework applies; no therapeutic goods listing required unless therapeutic claims are made
Not specifically listed as restricted cosmetic ingredient in NHPID source checked; standard Health Canada cosmetic notification applies
Identifiers
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