BHT (Butylated Hydroxytoluene).
Also known as: butylated hydroxytoluene, E321, 2,6-di-tert-butyl-4-methylphenol
A synthetic antioxidant closely related to BHA, used to prevent oxidation in cosmetics and food.
Global status.
How bht (butylated hydroxytoluene) is regulated in cosmetics around the world.
40% of countries with data ban or restrict this ingredient
Details
Max 0.8% in body products, lower in lip/oral products per Regulation 2022/2195.
Details
Permitted with limits under MHLW standards.
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Permitted with concentration limits.
Details
Permitted with limits per Safety Technical Standards.
The reason brands include it.
Prevents oils and fats from going rancid, extending the shelf life of lipsticks, moisturizers, and other oil-based products.
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brands use it
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BHT (Butylated Hydroxytoluene) in product types.
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Common alternatives.
What Numbrrrz uses
Numbrrrz does not use bht (butylated hydroxytoluene). Every tube is organic coconut oil, organic beeswax, organic jojoba oil and vitamin E, plus organic essential oils or flavoring in the scented versions.
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