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INCI name

OCTOCRYLENE

Octocrylene

Light stabilizerUV absorberUV filterreviewed

A UVB filter that also stabilises other filters.

What it is

Octocrylene is an organic UV filter that absorbs UVB and short UVA radiation. It is often used to improve the photostability of other filters, such as avobenzone. It is listed in Annex VI of the EU Cosmetics Regulation.

Where it is used

Found in sunscreens and SPF moisturisers.

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 102-Cyano-3,3-diphenyl acrylic acid 2-ethylhexyl ester / Octocrilene
Product type
a) Propellant spray products b) Other products
Maximum concentration
a) 9% b) 10% Footnote (3): Benzophenone as an impurity and/or degradation product of Octocrylene shall be kept at trace level.
As of
3 November 2026 · (EU) 2022/1176

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 (292)

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