Product Name

2,2′-Dihydroxy-4-methoxybenzophenone

General description

Dioxybenzone is an organic compound used in sunscreen to block UVB and short-wave UVA (ultraviolet) rays.

Synonym

Dioxybenzone, Dioxybenzon, Advastab 47, Cyasorb UV 24, Benzophenone-8

Purity

≥98.0%(HPLC)

CAS Number

131-53-3

Formula

C¹⁴H¹²O⁴

Molecular Weight

244.24

Suitability

BioReagent, suitable for cell culture, etc.

l  Physical and Chemical Information

Appearance

Yellow or Dull Yellow Solid

Solubility(25°C)

DMSO

≥25mg/ml

Ethanol

≥25mg/ml

Water

Very slightly soluble

l  Storage

Storage temp.

-20°C

l  Precautions and Disclaimer

This product is for R&D use only, not for drug, household, or other uses.

l  References

1.    http://www.drugbank.ca

2.    https://ncit.nci.nih.gov

3.    https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov