VeriMomIs butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane safe during pregnancy?
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Pregnancy-Safe Ingredients Database — 28,000+ Ingredients Rated
butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane
LOW RISK87
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Pregnancy-safe products containing butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane
La Roche Posay Anthelios UVmune 400 Cream SPF50+ - 50ml
89/100
Garnier ambre solaire
Garnier Ambre Solaire SPF 50+ Sensitive Advanced Kids Anti-sand Mist
89/100
Equilibra
Equilibra Carbone Attivo Maschera Viso
89/100
moisturizers
SEPHORA COLLECTION
The Future is Yours - Coffret Bien-être Monoï - 200 ml + 250 ml + 100 ml + 50 g + 15 g
89/100
Cosmed
Cosmed Sun Essential - Alight Fluid SPF 50
89/100
La Roche-Posay Anthelios
La Roche-Posay Anthelios Pigment Correct SPF50
89/100
alkmene
Alkmene Bio Nettle Anti-Grease Shampoo
89/100
Cosmed
Cosmed Alight Fluid SPF 50+
89/100
alkmene
Alkmene Bio Calendula Repair Shampoo
89/100
CeraVe
cerave créme hydratante visage
88/100
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Frequently asked questions
- Is butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane safe during pregnancy?
- No harmonised CLP reproductive classification or SCCS/CIR conclusion indicating reproductive hazard for butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane (avobenzone). Regulatory reviews (CIR, SCCS) and ECHA/CosIng list it as a permitted UV filter without H360/H361 flags. Dermal absorption of common organic UV filters including avobenzone is measurable; accordingly exposure for topical use in pregnancy is assessed as moderate. Sources: SCCS opinions, CIR safety assessment, ECHA Annex VI/CosIng.
- Is butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane safe while breastfeeding?
- No evidence of reproductive or lactation-specific toxicity or harmonised classification. Systemic absorption from topical use can occur but milk transfer data are limited; therefore breastfeeding exposure is judged low but measurable rather than high. Sources: CIR, SCCS, PubChem/CosIng.
- Is butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane safe for baby skin?
- No infant-specific reproductive or developmental hazards identified in regulatory reviews. However, because avobenzone is a lipophilic UV filter with measurable dermal absorption in adults, immature infant skin (0–3 yr) increases per‑kg uptake; exposure score is increased by one category for baby skin. Sources: SCCS, CIR, CosIng, PubChem.
- How does VeriMom score butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane?
- VeriMom scores butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane at 87/100 (low risk) based on EU CosIng status, ECHA hazard classifications, and peer-reviewed PubMed studies. Our scoring pipeline is fully transparent.
- What are pregnancy-safe alternatives to butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane?
- See our curated list of pregnancy-safe alternatives to butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane based on similar function and a no-known-risks safety band.
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Medical Disclaimer
This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Safety scores are based on publicly available data and may not reflect all risks. Always consult your healthcare provider before using any product during pregnancy or breastfeeding.