ETHYLHEXYL SALICYLATE
- Cosmetics Fine
What is ETHYLHEXYL SALICYLATE?
Ethylhexyl salicylate is a sunscreen filter that absorbs UV rays and helps keep the formula stable. Small amounts reach the bloodstream, but that is a reason for more study, not evidence of harm, and skin irritation or allergy is rare. It's fine for normal use.
What is Yasno’s verdict on ETHYLHEXYL SALICYLATE?
Yasno’s verdict on ETHYLHEXYL SALICYLATE: Fine. No meaningful concern at normal amounts.
Is ETHYLHEXYL SALICYLATE allowed in the EU?
EU status of ETHYLHEXYL SALICYLATE: 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 20) · Limit: 5%
What else is it called?
- 2-Ethylhexyl salicylate / Octisalate)
Sources
- Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 on cosmetic products — Annex VI, European Union, 2009
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