Cinoxate is an organic compound used as an ingredient in some types of sunscreens. Cinoxate is an ester formed from methoxycinnamic acid and 2-ethoxyethanol. Cinoxate is a slightly yellow viscous liquid that is insoluble in water, but miscible with alcohols, esters, and vegetable oils.Cinoxate protects skin against the sun by absorbing UV-A and UV-B rays.
cinoxate (2-hydroxy-p-methoxycinnamate) is an FDA-approved sunscreen chemical with an approved usage level of 1 to 3 percent. Studies indicate it causes photosensitivity.
Viscous clear to pale yellow liquid. Insoluble in water.
cinoxate may hydrolyze under acidic or alkaline conditions.
cinoxate is probably combustible.
