Oxybenzone is an organic compound used in sunscreens; provides broad-spectrum ultraviolet coverage, including UVB and short-wave UVA rays.
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Product Information
Catalog Num
A16141
Formula
C14H12O3
Molecular Weight
228.24
CAS Number
131-57-7
SMILES
O=C(C1=CC=C(OC)C=C1O)C2=CC=CC=C2
Synonyms
Eusolex 4360, Escalol 567
Storage
Store lyophilized at -20ºC, keep desiccated. In lyophilized form, the chemical is stable for 36 months. In solution, store at -20ºC and use within 1 months to prevent loss of potency. Aliquot to avoid multiple freeze/thaw cycles.
Solubility
In vitro
DMSO
38 mg/mL (166.49 mM)
Water
Insoluble
Ethanol
38 mg/mL (166.49 mM)
* <1 mg/ml means slightly soluble or insoluble. * Please note that Adooq tests the solubility of all compounds in-house, and the actual solubility may differ slightly from published values. This is normal and is due to slight batch-to-batch variations.
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