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Butanilicaine (INN) and its salts
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Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
Butanilicaine (INN) and its salts is a cosmetic ingredient used in product formulations. Its specific function may vary between products. Exercise caution due to limited available safety data.
Butanilicaine is an International Nonproprietary Name (INN) designated local anesthetic of the amide type. The INN designation indicates it is a recognized pharmaceutical substance with drug-like effects. Cosmetic use of anesthetic substances is prohibited under EU Cosmetics Regulation as these ingredients are considered to be pharmacologically active substances that alter skin sensation rather than merely conditioning. Its use would be restricted to pharmaceutical/medicinal products.
Known concerns
- Pharmaceutical drug substance not permitted in cosmetics
- Local anesthetic effects mask sensory signals
- Potential for systemic absorption and drug interactions
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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