Sodium Phenylbenzimidazole Sulfonate
A cosmetic ingredient used as uv absorber, uv filter in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
1H-Benzimidazole-5-sulfonic acid, 2-phenyl-, monosodium salt
What does it do?
Sodium Phenylbenzimidazole Sulfonate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Uv absorber
absorbs ultraviolet light, used in sunscreens and to protect formulations from UV degradation
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Uv filter
absorbs or reflects ultraviolet radiation, the active ingredient class in sunscreens
EU regulatory status
Sodium Phenylbenzimidazole Sulfonate 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 Sodium Phenylbenzimidazole Sulfonate?
Sodium Phenylbenzimidazole Sulfonate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 1H-Benzimidazole-5-sulfonic acid, 2-phenyl-, monosodium salt
Is Sodium Phenylbenzimidazole Sulfonate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Sodium Phenylbenzimidazole Sulfonate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Sodium Phenylbenzimidazole Sulfonate do in cosmetic products?
Sodium Phenylbenzimidazole Sulfonate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: uv absorber, uv filter.
What is the CAS number of Sodium Phenylbenzimidazole Sulfonate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Sodium Phenylbenzimidazole Sulfonate is 5997-53-5.
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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: 21/11/2016