Oxybenzone, Purity ≥98%

Synonym: 131-57-7; Eusolex 4360; Escalol 567; (2-Hydroxy-4-methoxyphenyl)-phenylmethanone

MDL: MFCD00008387
CAS Number: 131-57-7
Compound CID: 4632

Product Size

1 g; 2 g; 5 g; 10 g

Price

Datasheet

MSDS

Properties

Description

Oxybenzone, soluble in DMSO and ethanol and insoluble in water, is an organic compound used in sunscreens. The molecular weight of the compound is 228.24, and its molecular formula is C₁₄H₁₂O₃.

Molecular Weight

228.24

Molecular Formula

C₁₄H₁₂O₃

Form

Lyophilized powder

Purity

Impurities

Free from inappropriate visible particulates, foreign matter, discoloration, or other defects.

Solubility

In vitro: DMSO: 38 mg/mL (166.49 mM); Water: insoluble; Ethanol: 38 mg/mL (166.49 mM)

Identity

Confirmed by NMR/HPLC/MS.

Applications

Oxybenzone can be used for its ability to inhibit the reactions in the skin that lead to photodamage.