Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate (Octinoxate)
CAS Number: 5466-77-3
Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate (Octinoxate) is one of the most widely used organic UVB filters globally, providing effective protection in the 280–320 nm range. It is an oil-soluble liquid that is easy to incorporate into emulsions and oils, and it also functions as an emollient. Octinoxate is commonly used in combination with UVA filters to create broad-spectrum sun protection formulas.
Technical Specifications
| appearance | Clear colorless to pale yellow liquid |
| purity (%) | ≥98 |
| refractive index | 1.542–1.548 |
| absorption maximum (nm) | ~311 |
Applications
- Sunscreen lotions, creams, and sticks
- Daily moisturizers with UVB protection
- Lip balms with sun protection
- Hair care UV protection products
- Color cosmetics with SPF
Key Features
- Most widely used UVB filter worldwide
- Oil-soluble with emollient properties
- Effective in combination with UVA filters
- Easy to formulate in oil phase
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