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Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate

DHHB / Uvinul A+ / Neo Heliopan AP

Safety Notes

Excellent UVA filter (UVA-I range); photostable; no known endocrine activity; limited dermal penetration; well-tolerated; limited global regulatory coverage, EU approved; US not FDA-approved (GRASE not determined); India check current CDSCO position

Function & Common Use

Function

UV Filter (UVA)

Category

UV Filter

Common In

Broad-spectrum sunscreens

Origin

Synthetic

Concentration Limits

India (CDSCO)

Subject to India regulatory assessment

EU Cosmetics Reg.

10% (EU Annex VI)

US FDA (21 CFR)

No specific 21 CFR cosmetic limit identified in source checked; EU limit reference: 10% (EU Annex VI)

Korea (MFDS)

No specific MFDS limit identified in source checked; verify if ingredient is used in a Korean functional cosmetic category

Pregnancy: No specific restriction identified in source checked; standard cosmetic use

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate safe to use in skincare?

Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate has a Low concern rating from The Clean Sheet. Excellent UVA filter (UVA-I range); photostable; no known endocrine activity; limited dermal penetration; well-tolerated; limited global regulatory coverage, EU approved; US not FDA-approved (GRASE not determined); India check current CDSCO position

Is Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate allowed in India?

Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate is currently classified as "Not specifically listed" under Indian cosmetics regulations. The maximum permitted concentration is Subject to India regulatory assessment.

What is Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate used for in cosmetics?

Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate functions as: UV Filter (UVA). It is commonly found in: Broad-spectrum sunscreens.

TCS Assessment
Low Concern
Data Confidence
Medium
Based on peer-reviewed safety data, regulatory status, and expert review by The Clean Sheet panel.

Regulatory Status

India (CDSCO)
Not specifically listed
EU
Permitted
US FDA
Permitted
Korea (MFDS)
Permitted
Australia (TGA)
Regulated as a primary sunscreen active under TGA ARTG requirements when SPF claims are made; cosmetic use (non-SPF) subject to standard cosmetic framework
Canada (NHPID)
UV filter; may require Health Canada NPN registration if drug (sunscreen) claims are made; cosmetic use subject to Canada Consumer Product Safety Act

EU Annex: Annex VI

Identifiers

CAS302776-68-7
ECN/A

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