OCTYL SALICYLATE
Product name
Benzoic acid, 2-hydroxy-, 2-ethylhexyl ester
synonym
2-Ethylhexyl salicylate
CAS #
118-60-5
Formula
C15H22O3Molecular Wt.
205.44g/mol
HS Code
2913.23.0000
EINECS Number
204-263-4
Chemical Structure
Parameters
| Appearance | Clear colourless to pale yellow liquid. |
| Odour | Typical, Bland. |
| Colour (APHA) | 40 Max |
| Assay (GC) | 99.0% Minimum |
| Refractive Index | 1.495 - 1.505 @ 25 ' C |
| Acid Value | 1.0 max. mg. KOH/g |
| Solubility | Soluble in Isopropanol, Ethanol, Paraffin Oil, Olive Oil, Mineral Oil, Dimethicone, Octyl Palmitate. Insoluble in water |
| Stability | Minimum storage time two years in the originally sealed containers |
More Information
Applications
1.Octyl Salicylate (OS) is commonly incorporated into sunscreens for its antibacterial abilities and helps prevents product from turning rancid. It is an oil soluble and water insoluble UV B absorber which is being used for a long time, even before PABA and provide effective protection in the range of 290— 315 nm. Salicylates are weak UV B absorbers and generally used in combination with other VU absorber to boost the SPF. 0S serves as an inhibitor against UV degradation of emulsions, polymer and dyestuff.2.OS is ideal for use in sun care products and skin care products for daily protection. OS is an exceptional addition to protective hair-care and lip-care products.
Recommended Use Levels
Follow local regulatory norms.
Sun care application : 3-%6.
Daily Protection cosmetics: 3-5% (along with other UV-A filters)
Advantages
1.Antibacterial property.2.SPF booster.3.Most economical UV absorver available.4.Do not stain clothes.