Skip to content

UV Filter

ETHYLHEXYL DIMETHYL PABA

CAS 21245-02-3 Updated
42

Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

About

Padimate O — a UVB sunscreen filter. Effective sun protection but flagged for possible nitrosamine formation and contact allergy. Banned or restricted in several markets.

Function

LIGHT STABILIZERUV ABSORBERUV FILTER

Skin benefits

  • UVB sun filter
  • Helps prevent sunburn
  • Authorised in EU under Annex VI up to 8 percent

Known concerns

  • Can form carcinogenic nitrosamines if combined with secondary amines
  • PABA-family contact allergy potential
  • Photoreactive in some studies
  • Restricted/banned in several non-EU markets

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

Related uv filters

42
DIGALLOYL TRIOLEATE
UV Filter
 42
HOMOSALATE
UV Filter
 40
Benzoic acid, 2-hydroxy-, 3,3,5-trimethylcyclohexyl ester / Homosalate
UV Filter
 45
CAMPHOR BENZALKONIUM METHOSULFATE
UV Filter
 45
METHYL PHENYLMETHYLENEAMINOBENZOATE
UV Filter
 45
TRIMETHYLBENZOPHENONE
UV Filter
 38
BENZOPHENONE-12
UV Filter
 48
DROMETRIZOLE
UV Filter

Check your shelf

Find ETHYLHEXYL DIMETHYL PABA in your products.

Scan any cosmetic product with LuxSense to see if it contains ETHYLHEXYL DIMETHYL PABA and get a full ingredient breakdown with safety scores.

This profile is for educational purposes and does not constitute medical advice. Regulatory status and scientific understanding evolve — always read the physical product label and consult a healthcare professional for personal concerns.