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Is Benzylidene Camphor Sulfonic Acid vegetarian?

Benzylidene Camphor Sulfonic Acid

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Benzylidene Camphor Sulfonic Acid (ecamsule) is a synthetic camphor derivative used in sunscreens as a photostable UVA filter.

Also known as alpha-(2-Oxoborn-3-ylidene)toluene-4 sulphonic acid, alpha-(2-Oxoborn-3-ylidene)toluene-4-sulphonic acid, BENZYLIDENE CAMPHOR SULFONIC ACID
INCI name Benzylidene Camphor Sulfonic Acid
CAS number 92761-26-7
CosIng ID 32162
Last reviewed 9 July 2026

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