What it is
Meradimate is an anthranilate-class organic filter that absorbs in the longer UVA range, making it useful for UVA protection within a filter blend. It is a relatively weak absorber, so it is combined with other filters for adequate protection.
Spectrum coverage
UVA2
Regional approval · max %
JP — — Japan: No data KR — — South Korea: No data EU — — Europe: No data US ✓ 5% United States: Approved · Max 5%
Safety & warnings
An older, modestly performing UVA filter used relatively infrequently in modern sunscreens.
Reef-toxic
No
Endocrine disruptor
No
Comedogenicity
0
Origin & sourcing
Synthetic organic UV filter.
Questions everyone asks
What does meradimate cover?
It absorbs longer UVA wavelengths and is used to add UVA protection alongside other filters.
Is it a strong filter?
It is a relatively weak absorber, so it works best combined with other filters.