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METHYLENEDIOXYBENZOYL ETHYL PABA

Updated
20

Safety score · 0–100

Caution

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

About

A PABA-derived UV filter not authorised in the EU permitted-UV-filter list. PABA class carries known sensitization risk; effectively non-compliant for EU cosmetics.

Function

SKIN PROTECTING

Skin benefits

  • Historical UV-absorbing chromophore

Known concerns

  • Not listed in EU Annex VI of permitted UV filters
  • PABA-class sensitization documented
  • Photo-instability concerns
  • Use would violate EU Cosmetics Regulation

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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