EU cosmetic limits

Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane in EU cosmetics: Annex VI, entry 8

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.

Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane: the maximum concentration in ready for use preparation is 5 %. Annex VI, entry 8, 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
8
Chemical name/INN
1-(4-tert-Butylphenyl)-3-(4-methoxyphenyl)propane-1,3-dione/Avobenzone
Name of Common Ingredients Glossary
Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane
CAS number
70356-09-1
EC number
274-581-6
Version
Consolidated version of 18 May 2026
Official source
Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009, consolidated text

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