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Tinosorb S (bemotrizinol) (Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol Methoxyphenyl Triazine)

Korean: 비스-에칠헥실옥시페놀메톡시페닐트리아진 · CAS 187393-00-6 · Functions: hair conditioning, light stabilizer, uv absorber, uv filter

KR South Korea (MFDS)

Approved UV filter MFDS restricted ingredients (UV filter)

Maximum: 10%

Conditions (official MFDS text, Korean):
* 배합한도 : 10%

Source: MFDS — cosmetic ingredient use restrictions · checked Oct 17, 2026

EU European Union (CosIng)

Approved UV filter Annex VI/25

Maximum: 10%

Source: EU CosIng — Annex VI · checked Oct 17, 2026

US United States (FDA)

Approved UV filter M020.10

Maximum: 6%

Conditions: Added by Final Order OTC000039 (2026). Not to be combined with aminobenzoic acid or trolamine salicylate. Dosage forms: oil, lotion, cream, gel, butter, paste, ointment, stick, and sprays without propellant or with the propellant kept apart from the product; not powders or direct-propellant aerosols.

Source: FDA OTC Monograph M020 (sunscreens) · checked Oct 17, 2026

This is a UV filter. In the U.S., sunscreens are regulated as over-the-counter drugs, so a filter must be on the FDA's list of permitted sunscreen actives to be used in a sunscreen sold there. Compare all filters on Sunscreen filters: Korea vs EU vs U.S.

Our noteA broad-spectrum UV filter (Tinosorb S, bemotrizinol) approved in Korea and the EU (up to 10%). See its ingredient page for its current U.S. status.

Other markets

How Tinosorb S (bemotrizinol) is treated in 5 more markets, from the overseas cosmetic regulation database compiled by Korea's MFDS. Always confirm with the regulator of that country before selling there.

MarketStatusConditions
CN ChinaRestricted MFDS summary (Korean): * 【화장품 중 최대사용농도】 배합한도 (일반) : 10%
JP JapanRestricted MFDS summary (Korean): (注1)空欄は、配合してはならないことを示し、○印は、配合の上限がないことを示す。 * 【100g당 최대 배합량 (점막에 사용하지 않고 씻어내는 화장품 -Cosmetics not used for mucosa and to be washed away)】 : 3.0 g * 【100g당 최대 배합량 (점막에 사용하지 않고 씻어내지 않는 화장품 - Cosmetics not used for mucosa and not to be washed away)】 : 3.0 g * 【100g당 최대 배합량 (점막에 사용하는 화장품 - Cosmetics...
TW TaiwanRestricted MFDS summary (Korean): * 用途(용도) : 防曬劑 (자외선차단제) * 배합한도 : 10%
BR BrazilRestricted MFDS summary (Korean): * Restrictions 【Maximum concentration permitted at final product】 : 10% * 제한 【완제품에서 허용된 최대 농도】 : 10%
AR ArgentinaRestricted MFDS summary (Korean): * Restrictions 【Maximum concentration permitted at final product】 : 10% * 제한 【완제품에서 허용된 최대 농도】 : 10%

Source: MFDS cosmetic ingredient use restrictions — overseas regulations · checked Oct 17, 2026

Products listing Tinosorb S (bemotrizinol)

Also listed as

BIS-ETHYLHEXYLOXYPHENOL METHOXYPHENYL TRIAZINE 비스-에칠헥실옥시페놀메톡시페닐트리아진 Bemotrizinol Tinosorb S

Information only, not medical advice. Rules change — always check the linked official source. If you are pregnant, have a skin condition or allergies, ask a dermatologist or pharmacist.

Frequently asked questions

What is Tinosorb S (bemotrizinol)?

A broad-spectrum UV filter (Tinosorb S, bemotrizinol) approved in Korea and the EU (up to 10%). See its ingredient page for its current U.S. status.

Is Tinosorb S (bemotrizinol) banned in the European Union?

In the EU's CosIng records it is listed as “Approved UV filter” (EU CosIng — Annex VI). The maximum allowed is 10%. It is allowed for that use within the stated conditions.

Is Tinosorb S (bemotrizinol) banned in South Korea?

In Korea's MFDS records it is listed as “Approved UV filter” (MFDS — cosmetic ingredient use restrictions). The maximum allowed is 10%. It is allowed for that use within the stated conditions.

Is Tinosorb S (bemotrizinol) allowed in cosmetics in the U.S.?

In the FDA's records it is listed as “Approved UV filter” (FDA OTC Monograph M020 (sunscreens)). The maximum allowed is 6%. It is allowed for that use within the stated conditions.

What is Tinosorb S (bemotrizinol) used for in cosmetics?

The EU's CosIng inventory lists its functions as: hair conditioning, light stabilizer, uv absorber, uv filter.

What is Tinosorb S (bemotrizinol) called on Korean labels?

Korea's MFDS standard Korean name is 비스-에칠헥실옥시페놀메톡시페닐트리아진.

Which K-beauty products contain Tinosorb S (bemotrizinol)?

24+ products we checked list it, for example COSRX Airy-Light Invisible Sun Stick, Pyunkang Yul Airy Protection Sun Stick 17g, Chasin' Rabbits All About Glow Cover Cream 35g.

What is the CAS number of Tinosorb S (bemotrizinol)?

CAS 187393-00-6 (from official records).

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