Isopropyl Dibenzoylmethane

INCI: ISOPROPYL DIBENZOYLMETHANE

CAS Number
63250-25-9
Function
UV Absorber (UVA filter, formerly marketed as Eusolex 8020)
Safety Rating
POOR

Regulatory Status

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡บ EU Status restricted
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ US Status prohibited
US Notes Not in FDA's approved OTC sunscreen monograph (21 CFR 352); not an approved active ingredient.

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
moderate
Sensitization
high

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Expert Verdict

Known photoallergen and photodegradation product that generates reactive species under UV exposure; cross-reacts with other dibenzoylmethane derivatives and historically caused photocontact dermatitis; withdrawn from EU and global markets.

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Concern Level: High

Regulatory Flags

potential-allergen

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Isopropyl Dibenzoylmethane safe in cosmetics?

Known photoallergen and photodegradation product that generates reactive species under UV exposure; cross-reacts with other dibenzoylmethane derivatives and historically caused photocontact dermatitis; withdrawn from EU and global markets. The EU classifies Isopropyl Dibenzoylmethane as "restricted". Safety rating: POOR.

Is Isopropyl Dibenzoylmethane allowed in the EU?

Isopropyl Dibenzoylmethane EU regulatory status: restricted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Isopropyl Dibenzoylmethane do in cosmetics?

Isopropyl Dibenzoylmethane functions as: UV Absorber (UVA filter, formerly marketed as Eusolex 8020). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 63250-25-9.

What is the Margin of Safety for Isopropyl Dibenzoylmethane?

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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