iSun OMCX - Bioalkemia - Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate

Knowde Enhanced TDS

Identification & Functionality

Chemical Family: Esters
INCI Name: Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
Cosmetic Ingredients Functions: Protective Agent,
UV Absorber,
UV Filter
CAS No.: 5466-77-3
EC No.: 226-775-7
Technologies: Cosmetic Ingredients
Product Families: Cosmetic Ingredients — Cosmetic Actives
Skin Actives,
Sunscreen Agents

Features & Benefits

Benefit Claims: Sun Protection,
UV Protection
Labeling Claims: Credo Clean Standard,
Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty
Key Attributes: Useful in sunscreen and other cosmetics to Absorb UV-B rays from sun, protecting the Skin from damage. It is compatible with most of the cosmetics ingredients.

iSun OMCX is a UV-B filter that absorbs the dangerous UV light between 280-320nm to protect skin from sunburn and cancer.

With iSun OMCX an approximately SPF value of 1.5 can be expected for 1% of this filter. It is used as UV-B absorber in Sunscreen Lotion and other Cosmetics formulations.

Applications & Uses

Markets: Personal Care
Applications: Personal Care — Beauty & Care
Color Cosmetics,
Hair Care,
Skin Care,
Sun Care,
Treatment Products
Application Format: Balm,
Lotions,
Spray,
Stick
Color Cosmetic Applications: Lip Balm
Sun Care Applications: Sunscreen Lotion
Recommended Usage Guidelines: Recommended Usage levels according to local regulations:

US: Up to 7.5%

Canada: Up to 8.5%

Europe: Up to 10%

Japan: Up to 20%

Australia: Up to 10%

China: Up to 10%

Properties

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Information: 35kg Carbouy or 235 / 200 kg HDPE Drum or As per customer requirement.

Storage & Handling

Shelf Life: 2 year
Storage and Handling: 24 months if store away from incompatible substances. Incompatibility: Oxidizers (Strong). Fire and explosion hazard; protect from light.