"Strong penalty" in all categories.
- Origin(s): Synthetic
- INCI name: 4-METHYLBENZYLIDENE CAMPHOR
- EINECS/ELINCS number: 253-242-6 /
- Classification: Suspected endocrine disruptor, UV chemical filter, Regulated
Restriction in Europe:
VI/18
This chemical UV filter will be banned in Europe from May 1, 2025 in all new products placed on the market and from May 1, 2026 in all products.
This chemical UV filter will be banned in Europe from May 1, 2025 in all new products placed on the market and from May 1, 2026 in all products.
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 0.09% of cosmetics.
