Oxybenzone
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| Oxybenzone | |
|---|---|
| Image:Oxybenzone.PNG | |
| IUPAC name | (2-Hydroxy-4-methoxyphenyl)- phenylmethanone |
| Other names | Oxybenzone Benzophenone-3 |
| Identifiers | |
| CAS number | |
| SMILES | O=C(C2=CC=CC=C2)C1=C(O)C=C(OC)C=C1 |
| Properties | |
| Molecular formula | C14H12O3 |
| Molar mass | 228.24 g/mol |
| Melting point |
66 °C |
| Boiling point |
°C |
| Except where noted otherwise, data are given for materials in their standard state (at 25 °C, 100 kPa) Infobox disclaimer and references | |
Oxybenzone is an organic compound used in sunscreens. It is a derivative of benzophenone. It forms colorless crystals that are readily soluble in most organic solvents.
It is used as an ingredient in sunscreen and other cosmetics because it absorbs UV-A ultraviolet rays. In the EU products intended for skin protection with 0.5% or more oxybenzone must be labeled "Contains Oxybenzone".[1]
See also
References
- Merck Index, 11th Edition, 6907.
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