Methylene Bis-Benzotriazolyl Tetramethylbutylphenol (MBBT)
INCI: METHYLENE BIS-BENZOTRIAZOLYL TETRAMETHYLBUTYLPHENOL
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Permitted in EU cosmetics at up to 10%; nano form requires separate SCCS evaluation; not FDA-approved as active sunscreen ingredient in US but may be used in non-sunscreen cosmetics.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Methylene Bis-Benzotriazolyl Tetramethylbutylphenol (MBBT) safe in cosmetics?
Permitted in EU cosmetics at up to 10%; nano form requires separate SCCS evaluation; not FDA-approved as active sunscreen ingredient in US but may be used in non-sunscreen cosmetics. The EU classifies Methylene Bis-Benzotriazolyl Tetramethylbutylphenol (MBBT) as "permitted". Safety rating: EXCELLENT.
Is Methylene Bis-Benzotriazolyl Tetramethylbutylphenol (MBBT) allowed in the EU?
Methylene Bis-Benzotriazolyl Tetramethylbutylphenol (MBBT) EU regulatory status: permitted. Maximum allowed concentration: 10%. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Methylene Bis-Benzotriazolyl Tetramethylbutylphenol (MBBT) do in cosmetics?
Methylene Bis-Benzotriazolyl Tetramethylbutylphenol (MBBT) functions as: UV filter, light stabilizer. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database.
What is the Margin of Safety for Methylene Bis-Benzotriazolyl Tetramethylbutylphenol (MBBT)?
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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