Benzylidene Dimethoxydimethylindanone
INCI: BENZYLIDENE DIMETHOXYDIMETHYLINDANONE
CAS 924627-52-1
1H-Inden-1-one, 2,3-Dihydro-5,6-Dimethoxy-3,3-Dimethyl-2-(Phenylmethylene)-
Limited Data
Insufficient safety data available. Consider enriching this ingredient.
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Description
1H-Inden-1-one, 2,3-Dihydro-5,6-Dimethoxy-3,3-Dimethyl-2-(Phenylmethylene)-
Purpose
Function
Skin protecting (UV-booster / photostabilizer — used in sunscreens and photoprotective formulations)
Profile
Properties
Silicone
Silicone free
Compliance
Regulatory Status
EU
Banned
Safety
POOR
US
Restricted
Absorptionmoderate
Sensitizationlow
MoSnot established
ConcernModerate
Verdict
Novel ingredient with low market prevalence. If functioning as a de facto UV filter/booster, regulatory classification may be challenged in certain Member States. Full toxicology dossier from supplier mandatory for CPSR.
US Note
Not specifically restricted; not an FDA-approved sunscreen active. Used as a cosmetic functional ingredient
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