BUTANE
BUTANE
Butane is a gas of synthetic origin (hydrocarbon). It is used as a propellant in aerosol formulations to expel the product.
PropellantRestricted useCMR-classified
Ingredient
Roles & functions
Propellant — Expels the product from its container (aerosol).
Regulatory framework
What the authorities say
| Authority | Status |
|---|---|
| Commission européenne (CosIng, Règl. 1223/2009) | Autorisé sous conditions — Butane, if it contains = >0,1 % w/w Butadiene |
| Classification CLP harmonisée (ECHA, Annexe VI Règl. 1272/2008) — maj Fri, 07 Aug 2026 16:37:29 GMT | Cancérogène — confirmé |
| Classification CLP harmonisée (ECHA, Annexe VI Règl. 1272/2008) — maj Fri, 07 Aug 2026 16:37:29 GMT | Mutagène — confirmé |
| ECHA — endocrine disruptor (human health) | Not identified as an endocrine disruptor |
| ECHA — Candidate List (SVHC, REACH Art. 59) | Not on the Candidate List (SVHC) |
| European Commission (Reg. 1223/2009, Annex III) | No cosmetic allergen subject to mandatory labelling |
| European Commission (EU catalogue of nanomaterials, Reg. 1223/2009) | No referenced nanoform |
| European Commission — Annex II (Reg. 1223/2009) — maj Fri, 07 Aug 2026 16:37:22 GMT | Prohibited except under conditions (Annex II) — Butane, if it contains = >0,1 % w/w Butadiene — Annexe II, entrée 465 |
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Products
Products containing it
CavaillèsAbsorb+ Déodorant Anti-Transpirant 48H Spray, 150ml
CavaillèsAbsorb+ Déodorant Anti-Transpirant 48H Spray, Lot 2X150ml
CavaillèsAbsorb+ Homme Déodorant Anti-Transpirant 48H Spray, 150ml
CavaillèsAbsorb+ Homme Déodorant Anti-Transpirant 48H Spray, Lot 2X150ml
UriageBariésun Brume Sèche Hydratante SPF50+, 200ml
EtiaxilDéodorant Aérosol Anti-Transpirant 48H, 2X150ml
EtiaxilDéodorant Douceur 48H Sans Aluminium, 150ml
EtiaxilDéodorant Douceur 48H Sans Aluminium, Lot De 2 X 150ml
UriageDéodorant Fraîcheur Spray, Lot 2X125ml
CavaillèsDermato Déodorant Peaux Sensibles 48H Spray, 150ml
CavaillèsDermato Déodorant Peaux Sensibles 48H Spray, Lot 2X150ml
KloraneDetox Shampoing Sec Menthe Aquatique Bio Cheveux Exposés À La Pollution, 150ml
Statistics
In Lou’s database
36
products listed
| Most frequent categories | Deodorants · Antiperspirants · Intimate wash · Men's care · Oily hair |
| Most frequent brands | Cavaillès · Klorane · Etiaxil · Uriage · Akileine |
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