Named ingredient
Is Oxybenzone halal?
A chemical UV filter. Synthetic. Unverified as a class. Restricted in some reef jurisdictions — that is not a fiqh ruling.
A chemical UV filter. Synthetic. Unverified as a class. Restricted in some reef jurisdictions — that is not a fiqh ruling.
What the sources say
A chemical UV filter. Synthetic. Unverified as a class. Restricted in some reef jurisdictions — that is not a fiqh ruling.
Quick facts
| Name | Oxybenzone |
|---|---|
| Also on labels as | benzophenone-3 |
| Additive class | Named ingredient |
| Classification | Insufficient evidence |
| Last verified | 2026-09-18 |
Common questions
Is Oxybenzone halal?
Oxybenzone is classified as Insufficient evidence. A chemical UV filter. Synthetic. Unverified as a class. Restricted in some reef jurisdictions — that is not a fiqh ruling.
Is Oxybenzone halal or haram?
On the evidence cited on this page, Oxybenzone 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 Oxybenzone called on ingredient labels?
It can appear as: benzophenone-3.
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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