Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane

INCI name:   Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane

Function:   stabilizing agent, UV absorber, UV filter.

Origin:   Chemical.

Concentration allowed by the EU regulation:   Up to 5% in final cosmetic products.

Where to find it / Where they are found?:   Body creams/freezes, tinted sun creams, shower oils, sun lip balms, eau de toilette, mists/milks/sun creams, scrubs, tanning oils, shampoos,

Health risks:   Suspected percutaneous penetration, potential allergen, suspected endocrine disruptor, toxic for the body (photodegradation into various other organic compounds such as aromatic acids, aldehydes, phenols and acetophenones).

Environmental risks:   Potential aquatic ecotoxicity, potential PBT (Persistent, Bioaccumulative and Toxic).

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Additional information:   Anti-UVA sun filter.