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INCI name

DIETHYLAMINO HYDROXYBENZOYL HEXYL BENZOATE

DHHB (Uvinul A Plus)

Light stabilizerUV absorberUV filterreviewed

A UVA filter.

What it is

Diethylamino hydroxybenzoyl hexyl benzoate (DHHB) is an organic UV filter that absorbs UVA radiation and is relatively photostable. It is listed in Annex VI of the EU Cosmetics Regulation.

Where it is used

Found in sunscreens and daily moisturisers with SPF.

Limits of interpretation

The INCI list shows which ingredients are present, not how much of each. Above 1%, ingredients are listed in descending order of weight; below 1% the order is free.

See the EU regulation section for the applicable limits.

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 28Benzoic acid, 2-[4-(diethylamino)-2-hydroxybenzoyl]-, hexylester
Maximum concentration
10%
As of
3 November 2026 · (EU) 2026/909

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.

Products with this ingredient (469)

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