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Is Drometrizole vegetarian?

Drometrizole

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Drometrizole is a synthetic benzotriazole derivative used as a UV filter in sunscreens and cosmetic formulations to absorb both UVA and UVB radiation.

Also known as 2-(2H-Benzotriazol-2-yl)-p-cresol
INCI name Drometrizole
CAS number 155633-54-8
EC number 219-470-5
CosIng ID 33741
Last reviewed 4 July 2026

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