Methylene Bis-Benzotriazolyl Tetramethylbutylphenol (Tinosorb M)
INCI: METHYLENE BIS-BENZOTRIAZOLYL TETRAMETHYLBUTYLPHENOL
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Well-established UV filter with excellent safety profile and adequate margin of safety.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Methylene Bis-Benzotriazolyl Tetramethylbutylphenol (Tinosorb M) safe in cosmetics?
Well-established UV filter with excellent safety profile and adequate margin of safety. The EU classifies Methylene Bis-Benzotriazolyl Tetramethylbutylphenol (Tinosorb M) as "permitted". Safety rating: EXCELLENT.
Is Methylene Bis-Benzotriazolyl Tetramethylbutylphenol (Tinosorb M) allowed in the EU?
Methylene Bis-Benzotriazolyl Tetramethylbutylphenol (Tinosorb M) EU regulatory status: permitted. Maximum allowed concentration: 6%. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Methylene Bis-Benzotriazolyl Tetramethylbutylphenol (Tinosorb M) do in cosmetics?
Methylene Bis-Benzotriazolyl Tetramethylbutylphenol (Tinosorb M) functions as: UV filter. It is classified as a UV Filter / Sunscreen in our database. CAS number: 103597-45-1.
What is the Margin of Safety for Methylene Bis-Benzotriazolyl Tetramethylbutylphenol (Tinosorb M)?
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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