Ingredient

Ethylhexyl Dimethyl PABA

⚠ EU Restricted

Identification

CAS Number 21245-02-3
EINECS / EC 244-289-3
CosIng Ref 33875
Chemical Name 2-ethylhexyl 4-(dimethylamino)benzoate
IUPAC Name
Formula C17H27NO2
Mol. Weight 277.4 g/mol
InChIKey WYWZRNAHINYAEF-UHFFFAOYSA-N

Function & Classification

Primary Function UV Filter
Secondary Functions UV ABSORBER; UV FILTER
Origin Synthetic

EU Regulatory Status

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⚠ Restricted — EU Reg. 1223/2009 Annex VI / 3
Max Leave-on 8%
Max Rinse-off 8%
Restrictions Max 8%
Conditions of Use Max 8% in sunscreen products.

Safety Profile

2 / 10

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