4-(2-BETA-GLUCOPYRANOSILOXY) PROPOXY-2-HYDROXYBENZOPHENONE

65

Moderate

About 4-(2-BETA-GLUCOPYRANOSILOXY) PROPOXY-2-HYDROXYBENZOPHENONE

A glycosylated benzophenone UV absorber derivative with improved water solubility compared to conventional benzophenone filters, though with limited toxicity data.

Detailed Analysis

This glucoside derivative of a hydroxybenzophenone UV filter represents a newer class of photostable sunscreen ingredients. While the parent compound benzophenone-3 is restricted in EU Annex III (max 6%), this specific glycosylated derivative lacks sufficient toxicological data for full safety assessment and is not yet formally listed in EU cosmetic regulation.

Skin Benefits

  • ✓ Potential UV absorption
  • ✓ Improved water solubility

Known Concerns

  • ⚠ Limited toxicological data available
  • ⚠ Not yet formally evaluated under EU cosmetic regulation

Safety Score

65

Moderate

Based on EU regulatory data, published safety research, and ingredient function analysis.

References

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EU CosIng Database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry

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