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Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine

A cosmetic ingredient used as hair conditioning, light stabilizer, uv absorber in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

What is it?

2,2'-[6-(4-Methoxyphenyl)-1,3,5-triazine-2,4-diyl]bis[5-[(2-ethylhexyl)oxy]-phenol]

What does it do?

Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Hair conditioning

    improves the appearance, feel, and manageability of hair

  • Light stabilizer

    protects a cosmetic formulation from degradation by UV light, extending its shelf life

  • Uv absorber

    absorbs ultraviolet light, used in sunscreens and to protect formulations from UV degradation

  • Uv filter

    absorbs or reflects ultraviolet radiation, the active ingredient class in sunscreens

EU regulatory status

Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine is listed in Annex VI of EU Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009 as a substance permitted for the corresponding category of use.

Frequently asked questions

What is Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine?

Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 2,2'-[6-(4-Methoxyphenyl)-1,3,5-triazine-2,4-diyl]bis[5-[(2-ethylhexyl)oxy]-phenol]

Is Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine do in cosmetic products?

Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: hair conditioning, light stabilizer, uv absorber, uv filter.

What is the CAS number of Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine is 187393-00-6.

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Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 06/08/2020