Methylene Bis-Benzotriazolyl Tetramethylbutylphenol

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INCI: Methylene Bis-Benzotriazolyl Tetramethylbutylphenol

In short · TL;DR

Category

Base & Functional

Effect

A hybrid UV filter that scatters and absorbs UVA-UVB (commonly known as Tinosorb M)

Concentration

Roughly a few % in sunscreen formulations (the maximum depends on each country's regulations)

Effect

A hybrid UV filter that scatters and absorbs UVA-UVB (commonly known as Tinosorb M)

Mechanism

Micronized dispersed organic particles attenuate UV radiation through both absorption and scattering

Typical concentration

Roughly a few % in sunscreen formulations (the maximum depends on each country's regulations)

Onset

Functions immediately after application

Cautions

Incorporated as an aqueous dispersion. Permitted use varies by region. Drug-like efficacy claims are not permitted

Evidence & references

https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/3571576

This page is reference information and does not guarantee efficacy. Figures vary by test conditions (in vitro / manufacturer / concentration). It does not indicate pharmaceutical efficacy.

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