Benzylidene Camphor Sulfonic Acid
INCI: BENZYLIDENE CAMPHOR SULFONIC ACID
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Not FDA-approved for sunscreen use in US-marketed products. Potential endocrine activity flagged in some in-vitro studies; SCCS concluded acceptable at current EU use levels of 6%. Ensure combination with other UV filters does not exceed aggregate exposure limits.
Regulatory Flags
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Benzylidene Camphor Sulfonic Acid safe in cosmetics?
Not FDA-approved for sunscreen use in US-marketed products. Potential endocrine activity flagged in some in-vitro studies; SCCS concluded acceptable at current EU use levels of 6%. Ensure combination with other UV filters does not exceed aggregate exposure limits. The EU classifies Benzylidene Camphor Sulfonic Acid as "permitted". Safety rating: EXCELLENT.
Is Benzylidene Camphor Sulfonic Acid allowed in the EU?
Benzylidene Camphor Sulfonic Acid EU regulatory status: permitted. Maximum allowed concentration: 6%. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Benzylidene Camphor Sulfonic Acid do in cosmetics?
Benzylidene Camphor Sulfonic Acid functions as: UV filter (broadband UVB + UVA absorber), UV absorber, light stabilizer. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 56039-58-8.
What is the Margin of Safety for Benzylidene Camphor Sulfonic Acid?
adequate 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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