Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Prohibited in EU; restricted in US with insufficient safety data for GRAS status. Not currently permitted for use in cosmetics due to outstanding FDA data requirements including phototoxicity, photoallergenicity, carcinogenicity, reproductive toxicity, toxicokinetics, and endocrine effects.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Benzophenone-8 safe in cosmetics?
Prohibited in EU; restricted in US with insufficient safety data for GRAS status. Not currently permitted for use in cosmetics due to outstanding FDA data requirements including phototoxicity, photoallergenicity, carcinogenicity, reproductive toxicity, toxicokinetics, and endocrine effects. The EU classifies Benzophenone-8 as "prohibited". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Benzophenone-8 allowed in the EU?
Benzophenone-8 EU regulatory status: prohibited. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Benzophenone-8 do in cosmetics?
Benzophenone-8 functions as: UV absorber, sunscreen agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 131-53-3.
What is the Margin of Safety for Benzophenone-8?
not established The Margin of Safety (MoS) is calculated using SCCS methodology. A MoS above 100 is generally considered safe. Use the MoS Calculator tool to calculate MoS for your specific formulation and product category.
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