Diphenylmethyl Piperazinylbenzimidazole
INCI: DIPHENYLMETHYL PIPERAZINYLBENZIMIDAZOLE
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Major regulatory gap: not approved by FDA as sunscreen active and not assessed by SCCS. Piperazine moiety raises toxicological concerns including reproductive toxicity and sensitization potential. Not recommended for use without full safety dossier submission.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Diphenylmethyl Piperazinylbenzimidazole safe in cosmetics?
Major regulatory gap: not approved by FDA as sunscreen active and not assessed by SCCS. Piperazine moiety raises toxicological concerns including reproductive toxicity and sensitization potential. Not recommended for use without full safety dossier submission. The EU classifies Diphenylmethyl Piperazinylbenzimidazole as "permitted". Safety rating: POOR.
Is Diphenylmethyl Piperazinylbenzimidazole allowed in the EU?
Diphenylmethyl Piperazinylbenzimidazole EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Diphenylmethyl Piperazinylbenzimidazole do in cosmetics?
Diphenylmethyl Piperazinylbenzimidazole functions as: UV absorber. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 65215-54-5.
What is the Margin of Safety for Diphenylmethyl Piperazinylbenzimidazole?
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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