Butyl Benzyl Phthalate

AKA “Benzyl butyl phthalate, Sicol, Palatinol BB, Unimoll BB, Santicizer 160, Butylbenzyl phthalate, n-Butyl benzyl phthalate, Sicol 160”

Synthetic

Ingredient Facts

Butyl benzyl phthalate

AKA: Benzyl butyl phthalate, Sicol, Palatinol BB, Unimoll BB, Santicizer 160, Butylbenzyl phthalate, N-Butyl benzyl phthalate, Sicol 160

Synthetic · Emollient · EWG: 4

Synthetic

Emollient

Occlusive

Skin Conditioner

Synthetic

Not Clean

A flexible conditioning agent that helps formulas stay smooth and spreadable on skin, improving product texture and application.

Solubility less than 0.1 mg/mL at 72.5 °F (NTP, 1992)

Formula

C19H20O4

Mol. Weight

312.40

CAS #

85-68-7

Form

Liquid

State

Butyl benzyl phthalate appears as a clear colorless liquid with a mild odor. Primary hazard is to the environment. Immediate steps should be taken to limit spread to the environment. Easily penetrates

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Functions

Film Forming

Creates a physical seal on skin to lock moisture in and keep irritants out. The "slugging" ingredient — barrier protection.

Viscosity Controlling

Emollient

Fills in the tiny cracks between skin cells to make everything feel smooth and soft. The "silky finish" ingredient.

Plasticizer

Antioxidant

Protects skin from free radical damage caused by UV, pollution, and stress

Anti-Inflammatory

Adds flexibility

Traditional Use

Synthetic plasticizer developed in the 20th century for use in cosmetic formulations, particularly nail products and flexible polymers. Created to improve product texture and application properties.