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Butoxydiglycol

Korean: 부톡시다이글라이콜 · CAS 112-34-5 · Functions: fragrance, solvent, viscosity controlling

KR South Korea (MFDS)

No specific rule on file.

EU European Union (CosIng)

Restricted Annex III/187

Maximum: 9%

Conditions: Product type: Solvent in hair dye products No use in aerosol dispensers (sprays)

Source: EU CosIng — Annex III · checked Oct 17, 2026

US United States (FDA)

No specific rule on file. The FDA regulates few cosmetic ingredients by name; no rule does not mean approval.

Other markets

How Butoxydiglycol is treated in 3 more markets, from the overseas cosmetic regulation database compiled by Korea's MFDS. Always confirm with the regulator of that country before selling there.

MarketStatusConditions
AS ASEAN (10 countries)Restricted MFDS summary (Korean): * 【Restrictions】 Field of application and/or use : Solvent in hair dye products * 제한 【사용 범위】 : 염모제에 용제로서 * 【Restrictions】 Maximum authorised concentration in the finished cosmetic product : 9% * 제한 【완제품에서 허용된 최대 농도】 : 9% * 【Restrictions】 Other limitations and requirements : No use in aerosol...
BR BrazilRestricted MFDS summary (Korean): * Restrictions 【Field of application and/or use】 : Solvent in hair dyes * 제한 【사용 범위】 : 염모제의 용제 * Restrictions 【Maximum concentration permitted at final product】 : 9% * 제한 【완제품에서 허용된 최대 농도】 : 9% * Restrictions 【Other limitations and requirements】 : Do not use in sprayable systems (aerosols...
AR ArgentinaRestricted MFDS summary (Korean): * Restrictions 【Field of application and/or use】 : Solvent in hair dyes * 제한 【사용 범위】 : 염모제의 용제 * Restrictions 【Maximum concentration permitted at final product】 : 9% * 제한 【완제품에서 허용된 최대 농도】 : 9% * Restrictions 【Other limitations and requirements】 : Do not use in sprayable systems (aerosols...

Source: MFDS cosmetic ingredient use restrictions — overseas regulations · checked Oct 17, 2026

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BUTOXYDIGLYCOL 부톡시다이글라이콜

Information only, not medical advice. Rules change — always check the linked official source. If you are pregnant, have a skin condition or allergies, ask a dermatologist or pharmacist.

Frequently asked questions

Is Butoxydiglycol banned in the European Union?

In the EU's CosIng records it is listed as “Restricted” (EU CosIng — Annex III). The maximum allowed is 9%. A restricted ingredient is allowed within the stated conditions.

Is Butoxydiglycol banned in South Korea?

We found no specific rule for it in Korea's MFDS records. That is not an approval or a safety statement.

Is Butoxydiglycol allowed in cosmetics in the U.S.?

We found no specific rule for it in the FDA's records. That is not an approval or a safety statement.

What is Butoxydiglycol used for in cosmetics?

The EU's CosIng inventory lists its functions as: fragrance, solvent, viscosity controlling.

What is Butoxydiglycol called on Korean labels?

Korea's MFDS standard Korean name is 부톡시다이글라이콜.

What is the CAS number of Butoxydiglycol?

CAS 112-34-5 (from official records).

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