Octinoxate
CAS 5466-77-3 · 1 supplier
What it smells like
Octinoxate is a virtually odourless, colourless to pale yellow oily liquid — a functional UVB absorber that protects finished fragrances from light-induced degradation without contributing any noticeable scent.
At a glance
| CAS number | 5466-77-3 |
| Uses | Protects perfumes from UVB-induced degradation and yellowing; miscible with fragrance oils, doubles as co-solvent. |
| Appearance | Clear liquid |
| INCI name | ETHYLHEXYL METHOXYCINNAMATE |
| IUPAC name | 2-ethylhexyl (2E)-3-(4-methoxyphenyl)prop-2-enoate |
IFRA usage limits
No IFRA restriction on record for this material. Always confirm against the current official IFRA Standard for your application.
Where to buy
Available from 1 supplier, from $3.95.
| Supplier | Manufacturer | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fraterworks | Fraterworks | from $3.95 | View → |
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