Octocrylene
Used in cosmetic products as light stabilizer, uv absorber and uv filter. Octocrylene is a substituted acrylate.
EU Cosmetics Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009, Annex VI/10.
Annex VI/10: a) 9% / b) 10%
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IUPAC name: 2-ethylhexyl 2-cyano-3,3-diphenylprop-2-enoate
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Frequently asked questions
What is Octocrylene used for in cosmetics?
Octocrylene is used in cosmetic products as light stabilizer, uv absorber and uv filter. Octocrylene is a substituted acrylate.
Is Octocrylene restricted in cosmetics in the EU?
Octocrylene is listed in the annexes of EU Cosmetics Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009: Annex VI/10 (allowed uv filter). Annex VI/10: a) 9% / b) 10% Always check the full annex entry for the conditions of use.
What is the CAS number of Octocrylene?
Octocrylene is listed with CAS number 6197-30-4 and EC number 228-250-8.
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