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BENZOPHENONE-3

CAS 131-57-7
35

Safety score · 0–100

Caution

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

Oxybenzone — a controversial UV filter. EU caps use at 6%, and it's banned in some reef-sensitive jurisdictions. Endocrine-disruption signals and skin penetration are the real concerns.

Skin benefits

  • UVB and short-UVA filter
  • Stabilises formulas against UV degradation
  • Photostable
  • Long history of use

Known concerns

  • EU SCCS — restricted (Annex VI) to max 6%
  • Suspected endocrine disruptor
  • Detectable in urine and breast milk after use
  • Coral reef toxicity — banned in Hawaii, Palau
  • Photoallergic dermatitis reports

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

PC

PubChem

U.S. NIH compound data, GHS hazard codes and toxicity literature.

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