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Propellant

BUTANE

CAS 106-97-8
55

Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

A liquefied gas propellant used in aerosol cosmetics like dry shampoos and shaving foams. Cosmetic-grade is purified; the main concern is flammability, not skin contact.

Function

PROPELLANT

Skin benefits

  • Aerosol propellant for sprays and foams
  • Quick-evaporating, leaves no residue
  • Cosmetic-grade purified to remove butadiene

Known concerns

  • Extremely flammable gas
  • Inhalation risk if misused
  • Trace 1,3-butadiene in unpurified grades

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

PC

PubChem

U.S. NIH compound data, GHS hazard codes and toxicity literature.

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