Named ingredient

Is Avobenzone halal?

A chemical UVA filter. Synthetic. Unverified as a class because the molecule is not the doubt. A cream still has its emulsifiers. See mineral sunscreen.

UnverifiedNot enough reliable source evidence to classify

A chemical UVA filter. Synthetic. Unverified as a class because the molecule is not the doubt. A cream still has its emulsifiers. See mineral sunscreen.

What we know

The name is in the catalogue so you can find it. There is not enough evidence to classify.

What we don’t know

No external A or B source (certifier or scholarly page) is on file yet.

Why it matters

Not enough reliable source evidence to classify

What to verify

For Avobenzone in this product: is the source plant, synthetic, or animal? If animal, which species and slaughter method?

What the sources say

A chemical UVA filter. Synthetic. Unverified as a class because the molecule is not the doubt. A cream still has its emulsifiers. See mineral sunscreen.
Insufficient Evidence No grade A/B certifier page is cited yet. This row exists so the name is searchable. It is not a ruling. Muttoo catalogue desk (editorial note · grade C: secondary reference · accessed 2026-09-18)

Quick facts

NameAvobenzone
Also on labels asbutyl methoxydibenzoylmethane, Eusolex 9020
Additive classNamed ingredient
ClassificationInsufficient evidence
External A/B sourceNone yet

Common questions

Is Avobenzone halal?

Avobenzone is classified as Insufficient evidence. A chemical UVA filter. Synthetic. Unverified as a class because the molecule is not the doubt. A cream still has its emulsifiers. See mineral sunscreen.

Is Avobenzone halal or haram?

On the evidence cited on this page, Avobenzone is insufficient evidence. Not enough reliable source evidence to classify Every position is attributed to a named certifier or scholarly body with a link, so you can verify it directly.

What else is Avobenzone called on ingredient labels?

It can appear as: butyl methoxydibenzoylmethane, Eusolex 9020.

Where does this page's information come from?

Every position on this page is attributed to a named certifier or scholarly body with a direct link, listed under 'What the sources say'. Muttoo aggregates and cites; it does not issue rulings.

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