UV Absorber
BENZOTRIAZOLYL DODECYL P-CRESOL
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A benzotriazole UV absorber added to keep finished products stable in light. Used at fractional percentages with low skin exposure but the chemical class has environmental flags.
Function
Skin benefits
- Photostabilizes formulas
- Prevents discoloration
- Preserves active ingredients
Known concerns
- Environmental persistence
- Sparse dermal data
- Not for skin UV protection
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
PubChem
U.S. NIH compound data, GHS hazard codes and toxicity literature.
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