Benzotriazolylhydroxyphenethyl Methacrylate
A cosmetic ingredient used as light stabilizer in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
2-Propenoic acid, 2-methyl-, 2-[3-(2H-benzotriazol-2-yl)-4-hydroxyphenyl]ethyl ester
What does it do?
Benzotriazolylhydroxyphenethyl Methacrylate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
-
Light stabilizer
protects a cosmetic formulation from degradation by UV light, extending its shelf life
EU regulatory status
Benzotriazolylhydroxyphenethyl Methacrylate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the European Union under Regulation 1223/2009. It is not subject to a specific Annex restriction at the time of writing.
Frequently asked questions
What is Benzotriazolylhydroxyphenethyl Methacrylate?
Benzotriazolylhydroxyphenethyl Methacrylate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 2-Propenoic acid, 2-methyl-, 2-[3-(2H-benzotriazol-2-yl)-4-hydroxyphenyl]ethyl ester
Is Benzotriazolylhydroxyphenethyl Methacrylate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Benzotriazolylhydroxyphenethyl Methacrylate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Benzotriazolylhydroxyphenethyl Methacrylate do in cosmetic products?
Benzotriazolylhydroxyphenethyl Methacrylate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: light stabilizer.
What is the CAS number of Benzotriazolylhydroxyphenethyl Methacrylate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Benzotriazolylhydroxyphenethyl Methacrylate is 96478-09-0.
Related ingredients
Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 23/04/2018