EU cosmetic limits

Ethylhexyl Salicylate in EU cosmetics: Annex VI, entry 20

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 Salicylate: the maximum concentration in ready for use preparation is 5 %. Annex VI, entry 20, 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
20
Chemical name/INN
2-Ethylhexyl salicylate/Octisalate
Name of Common Ingredients Glossary
Ethylhexyl Salicylate
CAS number
118-60-5
EC number
204-263-4
Version
Consolidated version of 18 May 2026
Official source
Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009, consolidated text

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