INGREDIENT
Benzophenone
UV filter/absorber
Avoid
Classified by IARC as possibly carcinogenic to humans (Group 2B). May cause skin sensitization and has shown endocrine activity in laboratory studies. Can also occur as a breakdown product of other UV filters.
Found in
0
Approved Products
Also known as
3
Synonyms
Function
Protects products from UV degradation
Safety Meter
Avoid
Evidence Level
Strong
CAS Number
119-61-9
Category
UV filter/absorber
Function
Protects products from UV degradation
Evidence Level
Strong
Status
Avoid
Why Oh Daisey rates it this way
Classified by IARC as possibly carcinogenic to humans (Group 2B). May cause skin sensitization and has shown endocrine activity in laboratory studies. Can also occur as a breakdown product of other UV filters.
What it does
Protects products from UV degradation
How to read this rating
This rating reflects the Oh Daisey ingredient standard and the evidence currently available for cosmetic use. Product safety can also depend on concentration, exposure route, formulation, manufacturing quality, and individual sensitivity.
Sources
- 1 IARC, ECHA, PubChem, FDA, PubMed