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Chemspec CHEM OS (Ethylhexyl Salicylate)

CHEM OS (Ethylhexyl Salicylate) 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 OS is an oil soluble chemical sunscreen agent that absorbs UVB radiation. It is an excellent solubilizer for crystalline UV filters such as Butyl Methoxydibenzoyl methane or Ethyl Hexyl Triazone.

INCI Name: Ethylhexyl Salicylate

Functions: Solubilizer, UV Filter

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

Synonyms: 2-ethylhexyl salicylate, Octisalate, Octyl Salicylate

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Knowde-enriched technical product data sheet

Identification & Functionality

INCI Name
Ethylhexyl Salicylate
Cosmetic Ingredients Functions
Solubilizer,
UV Filter
USAN
Octyl Salicylate
CAS No.
118-60-5
EC No.
204-263-4
Technologies
Cosmetic Ingredients
Product Families
Cosmetic Ingredients — Cosmetic Actives
Sunscreen Agents
Cosmetic Ingredients — Functionals
Emulsifiers, Solubilizers & Dispersants
Chemical Structure

Chemspec CHEM OS (Ethylhexyl Salicylate) Chemical Structure

Features & Benefits

Benefit Claims
UV Absorption,
UV Protection
Labeling Claims
Clean at Sephora,
Credo Clean Standard,
Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty

Applications & Uses

Markets
Personal Care
Applications
Personal Care — Beauty & Care
Color Cosmetics,
Skin Care,
Sun Care
Application Format
Leave On,
Lotions,
Spray
Sun Care Applications
Sunscreen Lotion
Applications

Used In sunscreen and certain types of makeup with sun-blocking Properties. It protects against harmful ultraviolet radiation

Properties

Physical Form
Liquid
Odor
Typical
Appearance
Colourless To Amber Yellow Liquid
Insoluble in
Water
Soluble in
Oil
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
UV-Absorption Range (E1%/1cm, Methanol, 310 + 2 nm)165-185--
Molecular Weight250.33--
Specific Gravity1011 - 1016--
Assay (GC)95.00 - 105.0%-
Specific Gravity (25°C)1.011 - 1.016--
Refractive Index (20 °C)1.500 - 1.503--

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. Shelf life two years from date of original packaging under adequate storage conditions