A Michigan Bill Would Ban Oxybenzone, a Chemical Used in Sunscreen, From Cosmetic Products by 1 January 2027

NEWS FROM THE COUNCIL · 18 Oct 2026

EcoZinc shares this story from the Australian Sunscreen Council on a Michigan bill to ban oxybenzone in cosmetic products.

“A bill in Michigan, in the United States, would ban oxybenzone and other benzophenones in cosmetic products from 1 January 2027. Oxybenzone is a chemical UV filter used in sunscreen. The bill has sat in a House committee since 23 April 2026. Australian sunscreens can still contain up to 10% oxybenzone. The Australian Sunscreen Council is calling on the TGA to ban oxybenzone in sunscreen, citing the TGA's own finding that oxybenzone "is not deemed to present a low risk to human health and safety" at the 10% maximum.”

“A bill in the US state of Michigan would ban oxybenzone and other benzophenones in cosmetic products. House Bill 5892, the "safe cosmetics act", was introduced on 23 April 2026 by Representative Sharon MacDonell. …”
— Australian Sunscreen Council

Read the full story at the Australian Sunscreen Council →