Ingredient Directory
Synthetic

BHT (Butylated Hydroxytoluene)

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Safety Flags
Safety Notes

Moisturisers lip products oils

Function & Common Use

Function

6-Di-tert-butyl-4-methylphenol

Category

ANTOX

Common In

None

Origin

Antioxidant

Concentration Limits

India (CDSCO)

No limit

EU Cosmetics Reg.

No

US FDA (21 CFR)

No specific 21 CFR cosmetic limit identified in source checked; EU limit reference: No

Korea (MFDS)

No specific MFDS limit identified in source checked; verify if ingredient is used in a Korean functional cosmetic category

Format restriction: No limit

Baby restriction: Both

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. Moisturisers lip products oils

Is BHT (Butylated Hydroxytoluene) allowed in India?

BHT (Butylated Hydroxytoluene) is currently classified as "not specified" 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: 6-Di-tert-butyl-4-methylphenol. It is commonly found in: None.

Is BHT (Butylated Hydroxytoluene) safe for babies?

BHT (Butylated Hydroxytoluene) has baby/child restrictions: Both. Avoid using products containing this ingredient on infants unless specifically formulated and labelled for baby use.

TCS Assessment
Synthetic
Data Confidence
Medium
Based on peer-reviewed safety data, regulatory status, and expert review by The Clean Sheet panel.

Regulatory Status

India (CDSCO)
-
EU
Low-Medium
US FDA
Permitted
Korea (MFDS)
Permitted
Australia (TGA)
Cosmetic ingredient; standard TGA cosmetic framework applies; no therapeutic goods listing required unless therapeutic claims are made
Canada (NHPID)
Not specifically listed as restricted cosmetic ingredient in NHPID source checked; standard Health Canada cosmetic notification applies

EU Annex: Permitted

Identifiers

CAS128-37-0
EC204-881-4

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