Good UV Filter / Sunscreen NOAEL Data SCCS/CIR Reviewed Sensitization Data

Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate

INCI: DIETHYLAMINO HYDROXYBENZOYL HEXYL BENZOATE

CAS Number
302776-68-7
Function
Broad-spectrum UVA organic UV filter; photostable UVA absorber; supports water-resistance and critical wavelength maintenance after immersion
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status permitted
EU Max Conc. 10%
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status restricted
US Notes FDA proposed order December 2025 to add as OTC sunscreen active at โ‰ค6%. First new OTC sunscreen active ingredient in over 25 years. Not yet available on US market pending final rule under CARES Act / OTC Monograph M020.

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
moderate
Sensitization
low

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Toxicological Studies

10 study endpoints found for Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate. NOAEL (No Observed Adverse Effect Level) values are used to calculate the Margin of Safety per SCCS methodology.

Endpoint Value Route Species Study Type Source
NOAEL 200 mg/kg bw/day oral rat Developmental COSMOS_DB
LOAEL 1000 mg/kg bw/day oral rat Developmental COSMOS_DB
NOAEL 500 mg/kg bw/day oral rat oral REACH
NOAEL 250 mg/kg bw/day oral rabbit oral REACH
NOAEL 742.119995117 mg/kg bw/day oral rat oral REACH
NOAEL 742.119995117 mg/kg bw/day oral rat oral REACH
NOAEL >=15000 ppm oral rat oral REACH
NOAEL 5 mg/kg bw/day - - reproductive SCCS_PDF_extraction
NOAEL 2.5 mg/kg bw/day dermal - - SCCS_PDF_extraction
NOAEL 5 mg/kg bw/day oral - reproductive SCCS_PDF_extraction

Safety Opinions

Official safety assessments from the Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (SCCS) and Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR).

sccs SCCS/1678/25 26 June 2025
Verdict: unknown
NOAEL: 5 mg/kg bw/d (not specified)
Max Concentration: 10% in general
sccs SCCS/1678/25 26 June 2025
Verdict: unknown
NOAEL: 2.5 mg/kg bw/d (oral)
Max Concentration: 10% in general
sccs SCCS/1678/25 26 June 2025
Verdict: unknown
NOAEL: 5 mg/kg bw/d (oral)
Max Concentration: 10% in general

Sensitization Profile

Contact sensitization data for Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate based on clinical patch test studies and IFRA standards.

Sensitization Rate
low
Allergen Class
other
EU Allergen Listed
no
Patch Test Positive Rate
0.2%
Cross-reactivity Group
none
Reaction Type
photosensitivity

Source: SCCS

Expert Verdict

Broad-spectrum UVA filter also known as Bemotrizinol or Tinosorb A2B. Inherently photostable and maintains SPF values and critical wavelength after water immersion, making it well-suited for water-resistant sunscreen formulations. Approved and widely used internationally for years. FDA issued proposed order December 2025 to authorize at โ‰ค6% in OTC sunscreens under Monograph M020 amendment. EU approved at up to 10%. Excellent safety and efficacy profile.

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Concern Level: Low

Regulatory Flags

uva-filter broad-spectrum photostable water-resistant fda-pending-2025 eu-permitted new-us-approval ifra_fragrance eu_cosing_listed

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate safe in cosmetics?

Broad-spectrum UVA filter also known as Bemotrizinol or Tinosorb A2B. Inherently photostable and maintains SPF values and critical wavelength after water immersion, making it well-suited for water-resistant sunscreen formulations. Approved and widely used internationally for years. FDA issued proposed order December 2025 to authorize at โ‰ค6% in OTC sunscreens under Monograph M020 amendment. EU approved at up to 10%. Excellent safety and efficacy profile. The EU classifies Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD. 10 toxicological study endpoint(s) are available in our database. This ingredient has been reviewed by sccs.

Is Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate allowed in the EU?

Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate EU regulatory status: permitted. Maximum allowed concentration: 10%. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate do in cosmetics?

Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate functions as: Broad-spectrum UVA organic UV filter; photostable UVA absorber; supports water-resistance and critical wavelength maintenance after immersion. It is classified as a UV Filter / Sunscreen in our database. CAS number: 302776-68-7.

What is the Margin of Safety for Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate?

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.

What is the NOAEL for Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate?

The NOAEL (No Observed Adverse Effect Level) for Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate is 200 mg/kg bw/day based on a Developmental study via oral route in rat. A total of 10 study endpoints are available. Source: COSMOS_DB.

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