Phenylbenzimidazole Sulfonic Acid
Phenylbenzimidazole Sulfonic Acid
Phenylbenzimidazole Sulfonic Acid, also known as PBSA, is a synthetic UV filter. It absorbs ultraviolet rays in sun protection formulations.
UV filterRestricted use
Ingredient
Roles & functions
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 |
| CLP classification (Reg. 1272/2008) | No CMR classification |
| ECHA — endocrine disruptor (human health) | Not identified as an endocrine disruptor |
| 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 8%(as acid) |
Products
Products containing it
UriageBariésun Crème Solaire Protectrice Hydratante Sans Parfum SPF50+, 50ml
UriageBariésun Crème Solaire Protectrice Hydratante SPF50+, 50ml
UriageBariésun Spray Solaire Invisible SPF50+, 200ml
MÊMELe Fluide Solaire Peaux Sensibles SPF50+, 40ml
NuxeNuxuriance Ultra La Crème Anti-Âge Global Spf30, 50ml
CaudalieVinosun Protect Crème Haute Protection Spf30, 50ml
CaudalieVinosun Spray Solaire Invisible Haute Protection SPF30, 150ml
MimétiqueEveryday 50 Fluide Invisible Visage SPF50 UVA + UVB, 50ml
ISDINFotoprotector Pediatrics Fusion Water SPF50, 50ml
NuxeSun, Crème Fondante Haute Protection Spf50, 50ml
NuxeSun Lait Fondant Haute Protection Visage Et Corps Spf50, 150ml
EucerinHyaluron-Filler+ Volume-Lift Soin De Jour Peau Sèche SPF15, 50ml
Statistics
In Lou’s database
48
products listed
| Most frequent categories | Sun protection · Anti-aging · Sun care · Eye contour · Face |
| Most frequent brands | Eucerin · Caudalie · Nuxe · Lierac · Uriage |
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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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