Oxybenzone

Oxybenzone

Description: Solid oil soluble UVA/UVB sunscreen. Aromatic ketone (synonyms: 2-hydroxy-4-methoxy-benzophenone, benzophenone-3)
Benefits: UVA and UVB filter (primarily UVB but also UVA)Enhances activity of other sunscreens (e.g. homosalate, octyl salicylate, OM-cinnamate, octinoxate)Protects polymers and organic substances in cosmetic productsStabilizes complex formulations and color cosmetics
Use: Incorporate into oil phase. Allowed use levels in the USA: up to 6% alone and 2-6% when used in combination with other sunscreen actives. Allowed levels in other countries: EU 10%, Japan 5%. For external use only.
Applications: Sun care products (incl. baby sun care), color cosmetics with sun protection, various cosmetics & fragrances for product protection.
Product Number: RUIOL673
INCI: Benzophenone-3
Composition: Benzophenone-3
PurityGrade: No purity grade applicable
Appearance: Pale yellow crystalline powder, weak rose-like odor
Solubility: Water-insoluble, soluble in alcohol & oil
Preservation: Preservative-free
Storage: Store light-protected at a cool and dry place
Country: USA
Animal: Not animal tested
GMO: GMO-free (does not contain plant-derived components)
Vegan: Does not contain animal-derived components
HS: 2914501000
Proposition: Under California's Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act, better known as OEHHA Prop 65, we are required to place a warning to this product since the OEHHA believes that benzophenone (CAS 119-61-9), a substance used in the production of oxybenzone, is cancerogenic. WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including Benzophenone, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer. For more information, go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov