BIS-ETHYLHEXYLOXYPHENOL METHOXYPHENYL TRIAZINE
- Cosmetics Fine
What is BIS-ETHYLHEXYLOXYPHENOL METHOXYPHENYL TRIAZINE?
Bis-ethylhexyloxyphenol methoxyphenyl triazine, often called BEMT, is a sunscreen filter that protects against both UVA and UVB rays. Almost none of it gets into the body, and no hormone, cancer or other concerns have been found. It's fine for normal use; if a rash appears and doesn't go away, stop using the product.
What is Yasno’s verdict on BIS-ETHYLHEXYLOXYPHENOL METHOXYPHENYL TRIAZINE?
Yasno’s verdict on BIS-ETHYLHEXYLOXYPHENOL METHOXYPHENYL TRIAZINE: Fine. No meaningful concern at normal amounts.
Is BIS-ETHYLHEXYLOXYPHENOL METHOXYPHENYL TRIAZINE allowed in the EU?
EU status of BIS-ETHYLHEXYLOXYPHENOL METHOXYPHENYL TRIAZINE: Permitted as a UV filter in cosmetics (Annex VI of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009). Conditions and limits come from the regulation cited below. Yasno summarises them and does not replace the legal text.
| Where | EU | US |
|---|---|---|
| Cosmetics | Permitted as a UV filter in cosmetics (Annex VI of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009) | Not recorded |
Reference: Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009, Annex VI (entry 25) · Limit: 10%
What else is it called?
- 2,2'-(6-(4-Methoxyphenyl)-1,3,5-triazine-2,4-diyl)bis(5-((2-ethylhexyl)oxy)phenol) / Bemotrizinol
Sources
- Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 on cosmetic products — Annex VI, European Union, 2009
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