EU cosmetic limits

Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate in EU cosmetics: Annex VI, entry 12

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.

Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate: the maximum concentration in ready for use preparation is 10 %. Annex VI, entry 12, 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
12
Chemical name/INN
2-Ethylhexyl 4-methoxycinnamate/Octinoxate
Name of Common Ingredients Glossary
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
CAS number
5466-77-3
EC number
226-775-7
Version
Consolidated version of 18 May 2026
Official source
Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009, consolidated text

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