Opinion on the safety of cosmetic ingredients Phenylene Bis-Diphenyltriazine (CAS No 55514-22-2) - S86 : submission II - SCCS/1594/18 – Final Opinion
Résumé
(1) In light of the new data provided, does the SCCS consider Phenylene Bis- Diphenyltriazine, S86 safe for use as a UV-filter in sunscreen products in a concentration up to 5.0%? Based on the data provided in the dossier, the SCCS considers Phenylene Bis- Diphenyltriazine, S86, safe for use as a UV-filter in sunscreen products at a concentration up to 5%. Because of the insoluble nature of S86 and as no data were provided on safety via inhalation exposure, the SCCS considers its use safe only in dermally applied products and not in products that would lead to inhalation exposure. (2) Does the SCCS have any further scientific concerns with regard to the use of Phenylene Bis-Diphenyltriazine, S86 as a UV-filter in sunscreen and/or other cosmetic products Phenylene Bis-Diphenyltriazine (S86) may contain impurities (NMP and hydrazine), which are classified as CMR 1B and identified in the EU as SVHC. Therefore, the level of NMP and hydrazine should be kept at trace levels. Potential effects of Phenylene Bis-Diphenyltriazine (S86) on the environment have not been assessed by SCCS.