BUTANE
BUTANE is a cosmetic ingredient classified as Propellant. Also known as CAS 106-97-8. It is regulated in 16 markets including UAE, Bahrain, Brazil.
Also Known As
- CAS Number
- 106-97-8
Market Overview — 29 Markets
Detailed Regulations
Europe2 regulations
- Chemical name
- Butane, if it contains = >0,1 % w/w Butadiene
- CAS
- 106-97-8
Source: EC 1223/2009 Annex II
- Chemical name
- Butane, if it contains ≥ 0,1 % w/w Butadiene
- CAS
- 106-97-8
Source: UK retained EC 1223/2009 Annex II
Americas2 regulations
- Chemical name
- Butane
- CAS
- 106-97-8
- Max concentration
- 0.1% w/w of 1,3-butadiene (106-99-0)
Source: Health Canada Cosmetic Ingredient Hotlist
- Chemical name
- Butano, se contiver 0,1 % (m/m) de butadieno
- CAS
- 106-97-8
Source: ANVISA RDC 529
East Asia & OceaniaNo restrictions
No specific restrictions for BUTANE in South Korea, Japan, Taiwan, Australia.
ASEAN6 regulations
- Chemical name
- Butane
- CAS
- 106-97-8
- Conditions of use
- if it contains ≥ 0.1 %w/w Butadiene
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- Butane
- CAS
- 106-97-8
- Conditions of use
- if it contains ≥ 0.1 %w/w Butadiene
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- Butane
- CAS
- 106-97-8
- Conditions of use
- if it contains ≥ 0.1 %w/w Butadiene
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- Butane
- CAS
- 106-97-8
- Conditions of use
- if it contains ≥ 0.1 %w/w Butadiene
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- Butane
- CAS
- 106-97-8
- Conditions of use
- if it contains ≥ 0.1 %w/w Butadiene
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
- Chemical name
- Butane
- CAS
- 106-97-8
- Conditions of use
- if it contains ≥ 0.1 %w/w Butadiene
Source: ASEAN Cosmetic Directive (HSA Dec 2025)
GCC6 regulations
- Chemical name
- Butane, if it contains = >0,1 % w/w Butadiene
- CAS
- 106-97-8
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 II)
- Chemical name
- Butane, if it contains = >0,1 % w/w Butadiene
- CAS
- 106-97-8
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 II)
- Chemical name
- Butane, if it contains = >0,1 % w/w Butadiene
- CAS
- 106-97-8
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 II)
- Chemical name
- Butane, if it contains = >0,1 % w/w Butadiene
- CAS
- 106-97-8
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 II)
- Chemical name
- Butane, if it contains = >0,1 % w/w Butadiene
- CAS
- 106-97-8
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 II)
- Chemical name
- Butane, if it contains = >0,1 % w/w Butadiene
- CAS
- 106-97-8
Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 II)
EAEUNo restrictions
No specific restrictions for BUTANE in Russia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Armenia, Kyrgyzstan.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is BUTANE banned in any country?
Yes, BUTANE is banned in Brazil, Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, Vietnam. Always check current regulations before formulating products for these markets.
What are the restrictions on BUTANE in cosmetics?
BUTANE is restricted or has conditions of use in UAE, Bahrain, Canada, European Union, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, United Kingdom. Restrictions may include maximum concentration limits, product type limitations, or mandatory labeling requirements. See the detailed regulations above for specifics.
Can I use BUTANE in cosmetics?
BUTANE is regulated in 16 markets. It is banned in Brazil, Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, Vietnam. It has restrictions in UAE, Bahrain, Canada, European Union, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, United Kingdom. Use Formpli's free screening tool to check your full ingredient list against all 26 markets at once.
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Check Ingredients FreeThis information is for reference only and does not constitute legal or regulatory advice. Regulations change — always verify with official sources and consult a regulatory specialist before exporting cosmetic products. Data sourced from EU COSING, US FDA, Health Canada, MHLW Japan, MFDS Korea, ASEAN ACD, GCC SFDA, TGA Australia, ANVISA Brazil, EAEU TR CU, and Taiwan TFDA.