Is Methyl Benzophenone safe in cosmetics?
Methyl Benzophenone has a safety rating of "MODERATE" in our database. EU status: prohibited. US status: permitted.
Moderate
Cosmetic Ingredient
Methyl Benzophenone
INCI: METHYL BENZOPHENONE
Methyl Benzophenone (CAS 131-58-8 (2-methylbenzophenone, the isomer listed in CosIng)) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as UV absorber / UV filter / light stabilizer. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: prohibited. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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CAS Number
131-58-8 (2-methylbenzophenone, the isomer listed in CosIng)
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Function
UV absorber / UV filter / light stabilizer
Safety Rating
MODERATE
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
prohibited
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
Allowed - not on the FDA prohibited list; various benzophenone derivatives are permitted UV filters under 21 CFR 352 (OTC sunscreen monograph)
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Methyl Benzophenone.
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Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for Methyl Benzophenone.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Methyl Benzophenone allowed in the EU?
Methyl Benzophenone EU regulatory status: prohibited. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Methyl Benzophenone do in cosmetics?
Methyl Benzophenone functions as: UV absorber / UV filter / light stabilizer. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 131-58-8 (2-methylbenzophenone, the isomer listed in CosIng).
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