Sodium Phenylbenzimidazole Sulfonate

Sodium Phenylbenzimidazole Sulfonate is a cosmetic ingredient used as an uv absorber, uv filter agent. It is used in 12 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).

INCI nameSODIUM PHENYLBENZIMIDAZOLE SULFONATE
FunctionUV ABSORBER, UV FILTER
CAS number5997-53-5
Prevalence12 products (0.01% of dataset)
Most used inSkincare
EU statusRestricted (annex )
Monthly searches10

Used in

Day Moisturizers 58.3%Sunscreens 16.7%BB, CC, Tinted Moisturizers 8.3%General Moisturizers 8.3%Makeup Removers 8.3%

Frequently asked

What does Sodium Phenylbenzimidazole Sulfonate do in skincare?
Sodium Phenylbenzimidazole Sulfonate functions as an uv absorber, uv filter agent in cosmetic formulas.
Is Sodium Phenylbenzimidazole Sulfonate allowed in cosmetics?
Yes, but it is regulated in the EU — it appears in a Cosmetics Regulation annex with usage conditions.
What products contain Sodium Phenylbenzimidazole Sulfonate?
It is most commonly found in Skincare products, especially day moisturizers (58.3% of its uses).

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