BENZOPHENONE-3
BENZOPHENONE-3
Benzophenone-3 is a synthetic ingredient used as a UV filter and fragrance in cosmetic formulations. It absorbs ultraviolet rays and contributes to the product's fragrance.
PerfumingUV filterRestricted useEndocrine disruptorSubject to controversy
Ingredient
Roles & functions
Perfuming — Adds a scent to the product or masks the odour of raw materials.
UV filter — Filters part of the UV radiation.
Regulatory framework
What the authorities say
| Authority | Status |
|---|---|
| Commission européenne (CosIng, Règl. 1223/2009) | Autorisé sous conditions |
| ECHA — plan d’action continu communautaire (CoRAP) — maj Fri, 07 Aug 2026 16:37:31 GMT | Perturbateur endocrinien — confirmé |
| ECHA — plan d’action continu communautaire (CoRAP) — maj Fri, 07 Aug 2026 16:37:31 GMT | Risque environnemental — confirmé |
| CLP classification (Reg. 1272/2008) | No CMR classification |
| ECHA — Candidate List (SVHC, REACH Art. 59) | Not on the Candidate List (SVHC) |
| European Commission (Reg. 1223/2009, Annex III) | No cosmetic allergen subject to mandatory labelling |
| European Commission (EU catalogue of nanomaterials, Reg. 1223/2009) | No referenced nanoform |
| European Commission — Annex VI (Reg. 1223/2009) — maj Fri, 07 Aug 2026 16:37:23 GMT | Authorised UV filter (Annex VI) — max a) 6% b) 2,2% c) 0,5% Footnote 1: However, cosmetic products containing '2-Hydroxy-4-methoxy-benzophenone/Oxybenzone' and complying with the restrictions set out in Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 as applicable on 27 July 2022 may be placed on the Union market until 28 January 2023 and be made available on the Union market until 28 July 2023. in a) Face products, hand products, and lip products, excluding propellant and pump spray products b) Body products, including propellant and pump spray products c) Other products — For a) and b): Contains Benzophenone-3 (*) Footnote (*): Not required if concentration is 0,5 % or less and when it is used only for product protection purposes. — a) If used at 0,5 % to protect product formulation, the levels used as UV filter must not exceed 5,5 %. b) If used at 0,5 % to protect product formulation, the levels used as UV filter must not exceed 1,7 %. |
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Products
Products containing it
Statistics
In Lou’s database
2
products listed
| Most frequent categories | Anti-aging · Nails |
| Most frequent brands | Eye Care · Roc |
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This information is reported factually and with attribution (authorities and publications cited). It does not constitute medical advice, for your situation, ask a pharmacist or a healthcare professional for advice.
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