BHT
Also known as: Butylated Hydroxytoluene
antioxidant
Hazard Score
7
GoodEU Status
Allowed
Safety Summary
Is BHT safe in cosmetics? BHT has a safety score of 7/10 (good). It is classified as “allowed” by the EU CosIng database. Known concerns include: endocrine disruptor. This ingredient is generally considered safe during pregnancy. According to CosmeticRanked analysis of EU CosIng data and CIR safety assessments, BHT is used as a antioxidant in cosmetic formulations.
Concerns
Endocrine Disruptor
About BHT
Synthetic antioxidant preservative. Some studies suggest potential endocrine disruption at high concentrations.
