SHORT DESCRIPTION
Benzophenone-3, also known as oxybenzone, is a pale yellow crystalline powder commonly used in sunscreens and various personal care products. It is soluble in various organic solvents and exhibits limited solubility in water. It belongs to the family of benzophenones and serves as a UV filter, protecting the skin from harmful ultraviolet (UV) radiation.
PACKAGING TYPE
C14H12O3
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CHEMICAL NAME
Benzophenone 3
INDUSTRY
C.A.S.E.
APPLICATION
IDENTIFICATION AND PROPERTIES
SYNONYMS
BP 3 Oxybenzone 2-Hydroxy-4-methoxybenzophenone
MOLECULAR WEIGHT
228.247 g/mol
CAS NUMBER
131-57-7
CHEMICAL FORMULA
C14H12O3
HS CODE
Not Specified
DENSITY
1.20 g/cm3
MELTING POINT
62 to 65 °C
BOILING POINT
224 to 227 °C
VISCOSITY
Not Specified
SHELF LIFE
Not Specified
TYPICAL PROPERTIES
Not Specified
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