Potassium Phenylbenzimidazole Sulfonate

  • UV Protection

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About Potassium Phenylbenzimidazole Sulfonate

Potassium Phenylbenzimidazole Sulfonate is an organic salt.[1] In cosmetics, it is used to reduce changes to the product and formula ingredients caused by ultraviolet radiation, and to absorb or reflect ultraviolet radiation to reduce the amount reaching the skin.[3] In Europe, when used as a sunscreen ingredient, it is permitted at up to 8% based on acid content.[2]

Potassium Phenylbenzimidazole Sulfonate Details

Ingredient function
UV Absorber, UV Filter
INCI name
POTASSIUM PHENYLBENZIMIDAZOLE SULFONATE
CosIng ID
37015

Potassium Phenylbenzimidazole Sulfonate References

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