METHYLENE DI-T-BUTYLCRESOL
METHYLENE DI-T-BUTYLCRESOL
Methylene di-t-butylcresol is a synthetic chemical compound used as an antioxidant and fragrance ingredient in cosmetic formulations. It prevents the oxidation of ingredients and contributes to the olfactory profile of products.
PerfumingAntioxidantProhibited in the EUCMR-classifiedEndocrine disruptor (suspected)
Ingredient
Roles & functions
Perfuming — Adds a scent to the product or masks the odour of raw materials.
Antioxidant — Limits oxidation and helps preserve the formula over time.
Regulatory framework
What the authorities say
| Authority | Status |
|---|---|
| Commission européenne (CosIng, Règl. 1223/2009) | Interdit (Annexe II) — 6,6'-di-tert-butyl-2,2'-methylenedi-p-cresol;[DBMC] |
| Classification CLP harmonisée (ECHA, Annexe VI Règl. 1272/2008) — maj Fri, 07 Aug 2026 16:37:29 GMT | Reprotoxique — confirmé |
| ECHA — plan d’action continu communautaire (CoRAP) — maj Fri, 07 Aug 2026 16:37:31 GMT | Perturbateur endocrinien — suspecté |
| ECHA — plan d’action continu communautaire (CoRAP) — maj Fri, 07 Aug 2026 16:37:31 GMT | Risque environnemental — suspecté |
| ECHA — Candidate List of substances of very high concern (SVHC, REACH Art. 59) — maj Fri, 17 Jul 2026 12:03:10 GMT | Identified as SVHC on the basis of carcinogenic, mutagenic or toxic for reproduction — Candidate list since January 17, 2022 |
| 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 in cosmetics (Annex II) — 6,6'-di-tert-butyl-2,2'-methylenedi-p-cresol;[DBMC] — Annexe II, entrée 1682 |
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