Regulatory data is for reference only. Always verify with the official regulator before making formulation decisions. Last refreshed: 10/12/2026.
Ingredients/Benzophenone
BenzophenoneCAS 119-61-9
EU CosIng II — prohibitedHealth Canada — restrictedUK OPSS — prohibited
Is Benzophenone restricted in cosmetics?
Benzophenone is prohibited in EU CosIng and UK OPSS and restricted in Health Canada. Markets not named here hold no entry for it, which is not a clearance.
- CAS
- 119-61-9
- INCI
- Benzophenone
- Data refreshed
- 2026-10-12
Regulatory status
| Source | Status | Annex / Details | Limit / Conditions | Last updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EU CosIng | prohibited | Annex II | — | — |
| Health Canada | restricted | — | 3% | 10/7/2026 |
| UK OPSS | prohibited | — | Source: legislation.gov.uk retained EU Regulation 1223/2009 Annex Ii | 10/5/2026 |
What this means
Benzophenone has regulatory signals in EU CosIng, Health Canada, UK OPSS. Review the source links above for the official conditions and latest updates.
Recent regulatory changes
No recorded regulatory changes for Benzophenone yet.
Common questions
- Is Benzophenone restricted in EU cosmetics?
- Benzophenone is prohibited in EU cosmetics according to EU CosIng Annex II.
- Is Benzophenone restricted in Health Canada?
- Benzophenone is restricted in cosmetics under Health Canada.
- Is Benzophenone restricted in UK OPSS?
- Benzophenone is prohibited in cosmetics under UK OPSS.
- What is the CAS number for Benzophenone?
- The CAS number for Benzophenone is 119-61-9.
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