ETHYLHEXYL SALICYLATE is graded B (Low Concern) by Expert·ING, based on COSING, FDA regulatory data. It is restricted under EU COSING (Restricted use).
ETHYLHEXYL SALICYLATE
Safety grade: B
This UV filter (sunscreen agent) is permitted in EU cosmetics up to a maximum concentration under EU Cosmetics Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009. To be sold legally in the EU or UK, a product must stay within this limit.
It protects skin from harmful UV radiation by absorbing sun rays and converting them into harmless heat, helping to prevent sunburn and photoaging.
Graded using: COSING, FDA.
- EU COSING — Restricted use
Last verified: June 9, 2026
Other UV Absorber ingredients
- BENZYL SALICYLATE — Grade C**
- TITANIUM DIOXIDE — Grade A**
- BUTYL METHOXYDIBENZOYLMETHANE — Grade B
- ETHYLHEXYL METHOXYCINNAMATE — Grade C
- ETHYLHEXYL TRIAZONE — Grade B
- OCTOCRYLENE — Grade D
- BIS-ETHYLHEXYLOXYPHENOL METHOXYPHENYL TRIAZINE — Grade B
- CAMELLIA SINENSIS LEAF EXTRACT — Grade A