dioxybenzone
Sign in to saveDioxybenzone (benzophenone-8) is an organic compound used in sunscreen to block UVB and short-wave UVA (ultraviolet) rays. It is a derivative of benzophenone. It is a yellow powder with a melting point of 68 °C. It is insoluble in water, but moderately soluble in ethanol and isopropanol.
Chemical data
- Formula
- C14H12O4
- Molecular weight
- 244.24 g/mol
- IUPAC name
- (2-hydroxy-4-methoxyphenyl)-(2-hydroxyphenyl)methanone
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Dioxybenzone (benzophenone-8) is an organic compound used in sunscreen to block UVB and short-wave UVA (ultraviolet) rays. It is a derivative of benzophenone. It is a yellow powder with a melting point of 68 °C. It is insoluble in water, but moderately soluble in ethanol and isopropanol.
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