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Moumoujus

DIBUTYLENE TETRAFURFURAL.

Insufficient Data CAS 126-15-8 / ANTIOXIDANT, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING

Dibutylene tetrafurfural is historically recognized as an insect repellent effective against various pests, including mosquitoes and gnats. There is no established role for this compound in human skincare formulations.

Summary

Science

Mechanism of Action

Its mechanism of action as an insect repellent is understood, yet there is no available information regarding any potential mechanism for cosmetic benefits on human skin.

Research

Clinical Evidence

Insufficient-data confidence
Effective range N/A
Optimal

N/A

Transparency

Dusting Analysis

Not commonly dusted

The Formula

Formulation

Solubility
Oil
Optimal pH N/A
0 7 14

Stability

The ingredient exhibits long-term stability in drums, but specific optimal pH ranges for cosmetic formulation stability are not documented.

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status
Not reviewed
Sensitization risk Unknown

This ingredient, also known as MGK Repellent 11, is a cancelled pesticide with no CIR or SCCS cosmetic safety assessments. General toxicity indicates an oral-rat LD50 of 2500 mg/kg and intravenous-rat LD50 of 2000 mg/kg.

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

No Normal
No Dry
No Oily
No Sensitive
Irritancy Unknown
Comedogenicity Unknown

Our Assessment

Verdict

Insufficient Data

With no data supporting cosmetic benefits or specific skin safety, the use of Dibutylene Tetrafurfural in skincare is not recommended.

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