Banned pollutant found in sunscreen – trace leads to BASF. Substances can increase the risk of diabetes, high blood pressure and obesity.
BASF rejects the allegations and writes: “No connection can be derived between sun protection and urine values” “We only market products that meet the strict criteria for quality, safety and health,” BASF says. “Our findings are not sufficient to recommend measures at this point,’ says toxicologist Marike Kolossa-Gehring.