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HomeOpinion on benzophenone - 4 (CAS No. 4065-45-6, EC No. 223-772-2)
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1. In light of the data provided and taking under consideration the concerns related to potential endocrine disrupting properties of benzophenone-4, does the SCCS consider benzophenone-4 safe when used as UV-Filter in cosmetic products up to a maximum concentration of 5%? On the basis of the safety assessment, and considering the concerns related to potential endocrine disrupting properties, the SCCS is of the opinion that benzophenone-4 is safe when used as UV filter up to a maximum concentration of 5% in sunscreen, face and hand cream, all leave-on and rinse-off products (total dermal aggregate), lipstick, sunscreen propellant spray and pump spray, when used separately or in combination (based on deterministic aggregated exposure). 2. Alternatively, what is according to the SCCS the maximum concentration considered safe for use of benzophenone-4 in cosmetic products? Any additional use of benzophenone-4, such as protectant for stabilising cosmetic formulations when exposed to light, should remain within the concentration mentioned above (i.e. 5%), including the use as UV-filter. 3. Does the SCCS have any further scientific concerns with regard to the use of benzophenone-4 in cosmetic products? The SCCS mandates do not address environmental aspects. Therefore, this assessment did not cover the safety of benzophenone-4 for the environment.
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- Corporate author(s): Directorate-General for Health and Food Safety (European Commission)
- Themes: Consumers' health
- Subject: analytical chemistry , chemicals legislation , consumer protection , cosmetic product , endocrine disruptor , health risk , product safety , regulation (EU) , scientific report , toxic substance
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| ISSN 1831-4767 | ISBN 978-92-68-28877-1 | DOI 10.2875/2085096 | Catalogue number EW-01-25-089-EN-N |
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