Benzophenone-4, Benzophenone-5 in EU cosmetics: Annex VI, entry 22

Source: Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009, consolidated textRetrieved 2026-11-05Independent information site: we are not the authority and not the source of the data.

Benzophenone-4, Benzophenone-5: the maximum concentration in ready for use preparation is 5 % (as acid). Annex VI, entry 22, Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009, consolidated 18 May 2026.

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Annex: VI: List of UV filters allowed in cosmetic products
Reference number: 22
Chemical name/INN: 2-Hydroxy-4-methoxybenzophenone-5-sulfonic acid and its sodium salt/Sulisobenzone
Name of Common Ingredients Glossary: Benzophenone-4, Benzophenone-5
CAS number: 4065-45-6/6628-37-1
EC number: 223-772-2 / -
Version: Consolidated version of 18 May 2026
Official source: Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009, consolidated text

Official wording: restrictions

Maximum concentration in ready for use preparation: 5 % (as acid)

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