Australian Approved Name (AAN): 4-methylbenzylidene camphor
Common name/s and synonyms: Enzacamene; Neo Heliopan; Eusolex 6300 (trade name); 3-(4-Methylbenzylidene)-dl-camphor; 1,7,7-Trimethyl-3-[(4-Methylphenyl)-Methylene]bicyclo[2.2.1]heptan-2-one
Molecular formula: C18H22O
Molecular weight: 254.37
Warnings and Restrictions: Only for use as an active ingredient in sunscreens for dermal application and not to be included in medicines intended for use in the eye.
The concentration in the medicine must not be more than 4%.
The following warning statements are required on the label:
AVOID – Avoid prolonged exposure in the sun (or words to this effect); and
SUNPRO – Wear protective clothing – hats and eyewear when exposed to the sun (or words to this effect).
Allowable purpose of the ingredient: Active
TGA reference: International Cosmetic Ingredient Directory