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Cosmasorb 400 is a cosmetic grade liquid ultraviolet broad spectrum light absorber.

Functions: UV Absorber, UV Filter

Labeling Claims: Dust-free, Naturally Derived, Organic

Benefit Claims: Compatibility, Long Lasting, Low-Irritation, Photoprotection, UV Absorption, UV Protection

Technical Data Sheet
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Identification & Functionality

Cosmetic Ingredients Functions

Features & Benefits

Key Benefits
  • Very effective organic UV Filter, covers both the UVB and UVA range
  • Green, naturally derived solvent system
  • Long lasting protection
  • High efficacy at lower concentrations
  • Dust free liquid. Easy to incorporate into systems
  • Compatible with and helps to prevent photo degradation of personal care ingredients in formulation
  • Works synergistically with humectants
  • Low potential to irritate or sensitize skin

Applications & Uses

Application Format
Sun Care Applications
Use Level
0.2 - 0.4% in water soluble personal care products, 10 - 30% for personal sun screen products

Properties

Physical Form
Appearance
Yellow oily liquid
Miscible in
Water (at 25°C)
Soluble in
Ethanol (at 25°C), Methanol (at 25°C), Acetone (at 25°C)
Physico-Chemical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Viscosity (at 25°C)75 - 77cP
Specific Gravity1.07g/cm³
Boiling Pointmin. 200°C
Freezing Pointmax. -30°C
Solubility
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Absorption Range280 - 360nm

Technical Details & Test Data

Test Data

Cosmasorb 400 - Test Data