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Is Benzophenone-7 vegan?

Benzophenone-7

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Benzophenone-7 is a synthetic chlorinated benzophenone derivative used in cosmetics as a UV filter/light stabilizer.

Also known as 5-Chloro-2-hydroxybenzophenone
INCI name Benzophenone-7
CAS number 119-61-9
EC number 201-592-5
CosIng ID 32146
Last reviewed 9 July 2026

An ingredient is considered vegan if it contains no animal-derived components at any point in its production.

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