Potassium Phenylbenzimidazole Sulfonate
INCI: POTASSIUM PHENYLBENZIMIDAZOLE SULFONATE
Reviewed by Daisy · Last updated 18 Aug 2026
What Is Potassium Phenylbenzimidazole Sulfonate?
Potassium Phenylbenzimidazole Sulfonate (INCI: POTASSIUM PHENYLBENZIMIDAZOLE SULFONATE) is a cosmetic ingredient listed in the EU CosIng inventory. 2-Phenylbenzimidazole-5-sulfonic acid, potassium salt.
Its declared cosmetic functions are uv absorber and uv filter.
Source: European Commission CosIng inventory.
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