Avobenzone

Specification

Appearance                                 White to off-white crystalline powder

Assay                                           95.0%-105.0%

Melting point                               81°C-86°C

Loss on drying                             Max. 0.5%

Chromatographic purity              1.Any individual impurity: Max. 3.0%

                                                   2.The sum of all of the impurities: Max. 4.5%

Specific Gravity                           1.037-1.041

Acidity(mg KOH/g)                       Max. 1.0

Application

Avobenzone having phenyl ketone group and sterically hindered group in one molecule, is an oil soluble sunscreen agent that absorbs a wider range of UV wavelengths. It absorbs both UV-A (380–315 nm that is associated with long term skin damage) and UV-B (315–280 nm that causes sunburn) rays. Avobenzone is known as one of the most effective sunscreen ingredient.   

Storage & Handling

Store in a dry, cool, well-ventilated area away from heat ,open flames, organic chemicals, oxidants and light. 

Always refer to the Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) for detailed information on handling and disposal.