Knowde Enhanced TDS
Identification & Functionality
- INCI Name
- Cosmetic Ingredients Functions
- USAN
- Avobenzone
- Pharmacopoeia Information
- USP
- CAS No.
- 70356-09-1
- EC No.
- 274-581-6
- Technologies
- Product Families
- Chemical Structure
Features & Benefits
- Benefit Claims
- Labeling Claims
Applications & Uses
- Markets
- Sun Care Applications
- Applications
Assist in protection of skin from damaging UV-A radiation. component of Sunscreens, make up creams, hand and face lotions.
- Application Information
Soluble in oil and general hydrophobic solvents such as caprylic triglyceride, alkyl benzoate, liquid paraffin. Add to oil phase before emulsification, can be heated up to 80°C.
Properties
- Appearance
- White To Pale Yellow Crystalline Powder
- Odor
- Characteristic Faint Aromatic Odor
- Insoluble in
- Water
- Soluble in
- Acetone, Hot Methanol
- Typical Properties
| Value | Units | Test Method / Conditions | |
| UV-Absorption Range | 310 - 380 | nm | — |
| Molecular Weight | 310.4 | — | — |
| Absorbance (E 1%, 1cm, in methanol, at 357+ 2) | min. 1100 | nm | — |
| Loss On Drying (w/w) | max. 0.5 | % | — |
| Assay (w/w , GC/HPLC) | min. 95.0 - 105.0 | % | — |
| Melting Point | 81 - 86 | °C | — |
| Heavy Metals Content | max. 20 | ppm | — |
Regulatory & Compliance
- Certifications & Compliance
- Regulatory Status Max Concentration
US: Up to 2-3%, Europe: Up to 5%, Japan: Up to 10%, China: Up to 5%, Canada: Up to 5%
Technical Details & Test Data
- Known Incompatibilities
Avoid acid and alkaline chlorides, oxidizing agents.
Packaging & Availability
- Packaging
25 kg Carton Box
Storage & Handling
- Storage Recommendation
Store away from incompatible substances. Incompabilities: Oxidizers (Strong): Fire and explosion hazard, protect from light. Shelf life three years from date of Original packaging under adequate storage conditions.