Benzotriazole
Benzotriazole is a cosmetic ingredient used as an antimicrobial agent. It is used in 4 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).
| INCI name | BENZOTRIAZOLE |
| Function | ANTIMICROBIAL |
| CAS number | 95-14-7 |
| EC number | 202-394-1 |
| Prevalence | 4 products (0% of dataset) |
| Most used in | Fragrance |
| EU status | Restricted (annex ) |
| Monthly searches | 720 |
Used in
Fragrances 50%Sunscreens 25%Toners 25%
Frequently asked
- What does Benzotriazole do in skincare?
- Benzotriazole functions as an antimicrobial agent in cosmetic formulas.
- Is Benzotriazole allowed in cosmetics?
- Yes, but it is regulated in the EU — it appears in a Cosmetics Regulation annex with usage conditions.
- What products contain Benzotriazole?
- It is most commonly found in Fragrance products, especially fragrances (50% of its uses).
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