This entry shows data from the EU CosIng database. An editorial description has not been written and reviewed yet.
Functions
- Light stabilizer
- Protecting the cosmetic product from deterioration effects of light.
- UV absorber
- Protecting the cosmetic product from the effects of UV-light.
- UV filter
- Exclusively or mainly intended to protect the skin and/or hair against certain UV radiation by absorbing, reflecting or scattering UV radiation. All authorised UV filters are substances in the positive list of Annex VI to the Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009.
EU regulation
EU · Annex VI, entry 222-Hydroxy-4-methoxybenzophenone-5-sulfonic acid (Benzophenone-5) and its sodium salt / Sulisobenzone
- Maximum concentration
- 5%(as acid)
- As of
- 3 November 2026 · (EC) 2009/1223
Scientific opinions (SCCS)
Opinions of the EU Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety that mention this ingredient. They assess specific uses and concentrations; read the opinion for its scope.