METHYLENE BIS-BENZOTRIAZOLYL TETRAMETHYLBUTYLPHENOL is graded B (Low Concern) by Expert·ING, based on COSING, FDA regulatory data. It is restricted under EU COSING (Restricted use).
METHYLENE BIS-BENZOTRIAZOLYL TETRAMETHYLBUTYLPHENOL
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.
This UV filter absorbs both UVA and UVB rays to protect skin from sun damage, helping prevent sunburn, premature aging, and skin cancer risk.
Graded using: COSING, FDA.
- EU COSING — Restricted use
Last verified: June 9, 2026
Other UV Filter ingredients
- TITANIUM DIOXIDE — Grade A**
- BUTYL METHOXYDIBENZOYLMETHANE — Grade B
- ETHYLHEXYL SALICYLATE — Grade B
- ETHYLHEXYL METHOXYCINNAMATE — Grade C
- ETHYLHEXYL TRIAZONE — Grade B
- OCTOCRYLENE — Grade D
- BIS-ETHYLHEXYLOXYPHENOL METHOXYPHENYL TRIAZINE — Grade B
- PHENYLBENZIMIDAZOLE SULFONIC ACID — Grade B