Tea-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-Benzimidazolesulfonic acid, 2-phenyl-, sodium salt, compd. with 2,2',2''-nitrilotris(ethanol)
What does it do?
Tea-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
This ingredient is restricted in the European Union.
Tea-Phenylbenzimidazole Sulfonate is listed under Annex III of EU Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009 (entry 62VI). It is permitted only under specific conditions, concentration limits, or in particular product types.
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Frequently asked questions
What is Tea-Phenylbenzimidazole Sulfonate?
Tea-Phenylbenzimidazole Sulfonate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. 1H-Benzimidazolesulfonic acid, 2-phenyl-, sodium salt, compd. with 2,2',2''-nitrilotris(ethanol)
Is Tea-Phenylbenzimidazole Sulfonate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Only with restrictions. Tea-Phenylbenzimidazole Sulfonate is permitted in EU cosmetics only under specific conditions defined in Annex III of Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Tea-Phenylbenzimidazole Sulfonate do in cosmetic products?
Tea-Phenylbenzimidazole Sulfonate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: uv absorber, uv filter.
What is the CAS number of Tea-Phenylbenzimidazole Sulfonate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Tea-Phenylbenzimidazole Sulfonate is 73705-00-7.
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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