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Ethylhexyl Bis-Isopentylbenzoxazolylphenyl Melamine

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

What is it?

1,3,5-Triazine-2,4,6-Triamine,N,N'-Bis[4-[5-(1,1-Dimethylpropyl)-2-Benzoxazolyl]Phenyl]-N''-(2-Ethylhexyl)

What does it do?

Ethylhexyl Bis-Isopentylbenzoxazolylphenyl Melamine is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Uv absorber

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

EU regulatory status

Ethylhexyl Bis-Isopentylbenzoxazolylphenyl Melamine 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 Ethylhexyl Bis-Isopentylbenzoxazolylphenyl Melamine?

Ethylhexyl Bis-Isopentylbenzoxazolylphenyl Melamine is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 1,3,5-Triazine-2,4,6-Triamine,N,N'-Bis[4-[5-(1,1-Dimethylpropyl)-2-Benzoxazolyl]Phenyl]-N''-(2-Ethylhexyl)

Is Ethylhexyl Bis-Isopentylbenzoxazolylphenyl Melamine allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Ethylhexyl Bis-Isopentylbenzoxazolylphenyl Melamine is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Ethylhexyl Bis-Isopentylbenzoxazolylphenyl Melamine do in cosmetic products?

Ethylhexyl Bis-Isopentylbenzoxazolylphenyl Melamine is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: uv absorber.

What is the CAS number of Ethylhexyl Bis-Isopentylbenzoxazolylphenyl Melamine?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Ethylhexyl Bis-Isopentylbenzoxazolylphenyl Melamine is 288254-16-0.

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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: 15/10/2010