Benzophenone-5
Used in cosmetic products as light stabilizer, uv absorber and uv filter. Benzophenone-5 is the sodium salt of Benzophenone-4 and conforms to the formula.
EU Cosmetics Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009, Annex VI/22.
Annex VI/22: 5%(as acid) ban substances that deplete the ozone layer
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IUPAC name: sodium 5-benzoyl-4-hydroxy-2-methoxybenzenesulfonate
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What is Benzophenone-5 used for in cosmetics?
Benzophenone-5 is used in cosmetic products as light stabilizer, uv absorber and uv filter. Benzophenone-5 is the sodium salt of Benzophenone-4 and conforms to the formula.
Is Benzophenone-5 restricted in cosmetics in the EU?
Benzophenone-5 is listed in the annexes of EU Cosmetics Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009: Annex VI/22 (allowed uv filter). Annex VI/22: 5%(as acid) ban substances that deplete the ozone layer Always check the full annex entry for the conditions of use.
What is the CAS number of Benzophenone-5?
Benzophenone-5 is listed with CAS number 6628-37-1 and EC number 613-918-7.
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