Ingredient

Ethylhexyl Triazone

⚠ EU Restricted

Also known as: AakoSun OTZ

Identification

CAS Number 88122-99-0
EINECS / EC 402-070-1
CosIng Ref 33895
Chemical Name 2-ethylhexyl 4-[[4,6-bis[4-(2-ethylhexoxycarbonyl)anilino]-1,3,5-triazin-2-yl]amino]benzoate
IUPAC Name
Formula C48H66N6O6
Mol. Weight 823.1 g/mol
InChIKey JGUMTYWKIBJSTN-UHFFFAOYSA-N

Function & Classification

Primary Function UV Filter
Secondary Functions UV ABSORBER; UV FILTER
Category UV Filters
Manufacturer AAK (AAKO B.V.)

EU Regulatory Status

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⚠ Restricted — EU Reg. 1223/2009 Annex VI / 23
Max Leave-on 5%
Max Rinse-off 5%
Restrictions Max 5%
Conditions of Use Max 5% in sunscreen products.

Safety Profile

2 / 10
Comedogenic Rating: 1/5
Low risk — should be fine for most skin types
Skin Type Compatibility
💧 Acne-Prone ✓ Safe
🍄 Fungal Acne Safe ✓ Safe
Toxicology Profile
Sensitization sensitizing
Eye Irritation (Draize) severe_irritant

Formulation Guidelines

Solubility 0.007 mg/l (25ºC; Insoluble. )
Benefits UVB absorber; High absorptivity at 314 nm; High Sun Protection Factor (SPF) value with low concentrations; Excellent photo stability; Compatible with other UV absorbers; Can be used in water resistant formulations; Easy soluble in polar cosmetic oils

Suppliers & Documents

AAK (AAKO B.V.) 🇳🇱 Netherlands
AakoSun OTZ Manufacturer
Documents

External Resources