OriginSynthesized from aromatic hydrocarbon compounds within the benzotriazole chemical family. Produced through multi-step organic synthesis involving cyclization and substitution reactions of precursor molecules.
2-(2H-Benzotriazol-2-yl)-p-cresol
Formula
C13H11N3O
Mol. Weight
225.25
CAS #
2440-22-4
Form
Powder
State
Dry Powder; Other Solid
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Sun Damage
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Caution
Functions
Uv Absorber
Blocks or absorbs UV rays to protect your skin from sun damage, dark spots, and premature aging.
Shields from UV damage
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewed1 paper →
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed2 reviews →
Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.
EWG
4
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Caution
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Skin Irritant
9 studies / 9 not irritating (CIR 176 and 481)
Mixed Phototoxicity Results
Both phototoxic and non-phototoxic results in the CIR safety assessment (CIR 176 and 481)
Mixed Eye Irritation Results
4 studies / 3 irritating / 1 not irritating / reactions minimal to severe (CIR 176)
Mixed Sensitization Results
5 studies / 1 sensitizing / 4 not sensitizing / plus 2 case reports (CIR 176 and 481)
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