Homosalate

• CAS: 118-56-9
• Catalog Number: ACM118569
• Category: Other Products
• Molecular Weight: 262.34
• Molecular Formula: C16H22O3
• Description: Liquid oil soluble UVB sunscreen. Homosalate (other name is homomenthylsalicylate) is an organic compound, an ester formed from salicylic acid and 3,3,5-trimethylcyclohexanol, a derivative of cyclohexanol
• Synonyms: 3,3,5-Trimethylcyclohexyl salicylate;Benzoic acid, 2-hydroxy-, 3,3,5-trimethylcyclohexyl ester
• Boiling Point: 341.1 °C at 760 mmHg
• Flash Point: 132.3ºC
• Density: 1.1 g/cm³
• Solubility: Insoluble in water (0.5mg/Lwater); miscible in alcohol
• Appearance: Colorless to pail yellow liquid, faint odor
• Application: Sunscreen emulsions, gels, creams, sticks, makeup.
• Storage: Store light-protected at a cool and dry place
• Active Content: 95%
• Composition: 3,3,5-Trimethylcyclohexyl salicylate
• Features And Benefits: Sunscreen agent for mainly UVB protectionCan be combined with other sunscreens Excellent dissolving properties for solid sunscreens
• Hazard Codes: Xi
• HS Code: 3304100000
• LogP: 3.76380
• Physical State: Liquid
• PSA: 46.53
• Refractive Index: 1.539
• Vapor Pressure: 4.17E-05mmHg at 25°Ca
• WGK Germany: 2

Custom Reviews

July 19, 2023

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A good sunscreen
Homosalate has high thermal stability and ultraviolet resistance and can be used as a sunscreen agent to prepare a protective material.

Custom Q&A

What is the molecular formula of Homosalate?

The molecular formula of Homosalate is C16H22O3.

What is the boiling point of Homosalate?

The boiling point of Homosalate is 341.1 °C at 760 mmHg.

What is the appearance of Homosalate?

Homosalate appears as a colorless liquid.

What is the purity of Homosalate?

The purity of Homosalate is 98%.

What is the density of Homosalate?

The density of Homosalate is 1.1 g/cm³.

What is the molecular weight of Homosalate?

The molecular weight of Homosalate is 262.34.

What are some synonyms for Homosalate?

Some synonyms for Homosalate are 3,3,5-Trimethylcyclohexyl salicylate and Benzoic acid, 2-hydroxy-, 3,3,5-trimethylcyclohexyl ester.

What is the typical application of Homosalate?

The typical application of Homosalate is as a UV absorbing agent.

What percentage of U.S. sunscreens contain Homosalate?

Homosalate is contained in 45% of U.S. sunscreens.

What specific wavelengths of ultraviolet rays does the salicylic acid portion of Homosalate absorb?

The salicylic acid portion of Homosalate absorbs ultraviolet rays with a wavelength from 295nm to 315nm.