BELGUARD® OS is efficient UV filter. It prevents skin from sunburn, cell damage & reduce risk of getting cancer. It also prevents skin from harmful UVB radiation. It is clear oil soluble liquid act as an excellent solubilizer for many solid UV filters like EHT, DHHB, octocrylene etc. It is often used to improve affinity and reduce photodegradation of other sunscreen ingredients. This UV filter have a good safety profile. It is a UVB filter effective in the range 290-315 m. It is ideal for use in sun care and skin care products for daily protection. OS is an exceptional addition to protective hair-care and lip-care products.
| Product Name | OCTYL SALICYLATE |
| CAS No. | 118-60-5 |
| EINECS No. | 204-263-4 |
| Chemical Name | 2-ethylhexyl 2-hydroxybenzoate |
| Chemical Formula | C 15 H 22 O 3 |
| Molecular Weight | 250.33 gm /mole |
| Molecular Structure |  |
| Description | Parameter |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Clear colourless liquid |
| Assay By GC | Min. 98% |
| Specific Gravity | 1.011 - 1.016 |
| Refractive Index (250C) | 1.500 - 1.503 |
| Acidity | <0.2 ml of 0.1 N NaOH per ml OS |
| Specific Absorbance (E%, 1cm@305nm in Methanol) | 165 - 185 |
| Approval Status | EU | USA | Canada | Japan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Max. Amounts (W/W) | 5% | 5% | 5% | 20% |
Store In original sealed containers and in dry conditions at room temperature. Keep away from direct sunlight.
24 months from the date of manufacturing.
200 Kgs HDPE Drums/carboy
