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Is Dihydroxyphenyl Benzimidazole Carboxylic Acid vegetarian?

Dihydroxyphenyl Benzimidazole Carboxylic Acid

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Dihydroxyphenyl Benzimidazole Carboxylic Acid is a synthetic organic compound (3,4-dihydroxy-2-phenyl-1H-benzimidazole-5-carboxylic acid) used in cosmetics, notably as a UV-filter/antioxidant ingredient.

Also known as 3,4-Dihydroxy-2-phenyl-1H-benzimidazole-5-carboxylic acid
INCI name Dihydroxyphenyl Benzimidazole Carboxylic Acid
CAS number 174533-99-4
CosIng ID 93159
Last reviewed 4 July 2026

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