"Strong penalty" in all categories.
- Origin(s): Synthetic
- Other languages: Benzofenon-4, Benzofenona-4, Benzofenone-4, Benzofenón-4, Benzophenon-4, Benzophénone-4, benzofenon-4, Бензофенон-4, בנזופנון-4, بنزوفينون-4, ベンゾフェノン-4, 벤조페논-4
- INCI name: BENZOPHENONE-4
- EINECS/ELINCS number: 223-772-2
- Classification: Suspected endocrine disruptor, UV chemical filter, Regulated
Restriction in Europe:
VI/22
The maximum concentration allowed in cosmetics is as follows: 5% (in acid).
The maximum concentration allowed in cosmetics is as follows: 5% (in acid).
Its functions (INCI)
- Stabilising : Improves ingredients or stability of the formula and shelf life
- Uv absorber : Protects the cosmetic product from UV-light effects
- Uv filter : Filters certain UV rays to protect the skin or hair from the harmful effects of these rays.
This ingredient is present in 1.3% of cosmetics.
