Chemspec CHEM HMS (Homosalate)

CHEM HMS (Homosalate) is an effective oil soluble UV-B filter. UV-A radiation (320-400nm) is linked with the loss of skin elasticity, wrinkling and premature aging, whilst the more powerful UV-B radiation (290 320nm) is linked to sunburn, whilst the more powerful UV-B radiation (290-320nm) is linked to sunburn, cell damage and cancer risk. Chem HMS is oil soluble, faciliting easy incorporation in wide range of skin care, personal care products, hair care and sunscreen products. It is an excellent solubilizer for crystalline UV filters such as Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane or Ethyl Hexyl Triazone.

INCI Name: Homosalate

Functions: Solubilizer, UV Filter

Labeling Claims: Clean at Sephora, Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty

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Identification & Functionality

INCI Name: Homosalate
Cosmetic Ingredients Functions: Solubilizer,
UV Filter
CAS No.: 118-56-9
EC No.: 204-260-8
Technologies: Cosmetic Ingredients
Product Families: Cosmetic Ingredients — Cosmetic Actives
Sunscreen Agents
Cosmetic Ingredients — Functionals
Emulsifiers, Solubilizers & Dispersants
Chemical Structure

Features & Benefits

Benefit Claims: Skin Protection,
UV Protection
Labeling Claims: Clean at Sephora,
Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty

Applications & Uses

Markets: Personal Care
Applications: Personal Care — Beauty & Care
Color Cosmetics,
Skin Care,
Sun Care
Application Format: Creams,
Leave On,
Lotions,
Spray
Skin Care Applications: Anti-Aging Products
Sun Care Applications: Sunscreen Cream,
Sunscreen Lotion
Applications: Sunscreens, make up creams, hand and face lotions, assists in protection of skin from damaging UV-B radiation, component of Anti-aging skin care formulations.

Properties

Physical Form

Appearance

Clear Oily Liquid

Insoluble in

Water

Soluble in

Oil

Typical Properties


	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
UV-Absorption Range (E1%/1cm, Methanol, 310 + 2 nm)	170 - 180	-	-
Molecular Weight	262.36	-	-
Absorbance	170-180	nm	-
Assay (w/w , GC)	90.0 - 110.0	%	-
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.516 - 1.519	-	-

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type: Drums,
Totes (IBC)
Packaging: 200 kg Drum/1000 kg IBC/35kg Carboy.

Storage & Handling

Storage Recommendation: Store away from incompatible substances.Store in tight containers at 15°C to 40°C.Shelf life two years from date of original packaging under adequate storage conditions.